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If it's about comics, we're just the kinda characters to bring it to you. Comic Book Characters brings you the biggest and best weekly news for all things comics! With an emphasis on movie reviews, casting news, and trailers, CBC aims to fill your ears with entertaining anecdotes and relevant information. You want in? Join the CBC Universe! Let's do this!
- 167 - Episode 156 - The Joker: Folly & Eww
True Believers, put down that PSL with the low fat oat milk. Unhand and rewrap those mini chocolate bars. Get all the way unspooked because the Comic Book Characters are back with a frightening fistful of Nerd News! Highlights from this episode include: -CASA '24 recap! shoutout to all the new fans! -A minty-fresh reupholstered Casting Corner full of Green Lantern's light! -Is that Venom running through your system, or just the Spidey news tingling? -and the CBC Pod Review of Joker 2: Folie a les Financiers Hey, True Believers, wanna hear a joke: What did the printed-out pattern say to the pumpkin? "Knife to meet you!" It's Episode 156! Let's carve a squash!
Sun, 20 Oct 2024 - 1h 41min - 166 - Episode 155 - Deadpool & Wolverine
True. Believers. It is time. The sun grows short, the pumpkins are spiced, and the skellys are on spook patrol. That's right, it's time for another round of Nerd News with the Comic Book Characters! Highlights from this episode include: -Quick shout outs to the fantastic fans -Drive-by Crow sightings -A more verdant casting corner that will have you Green with Lanterns -Gaming journalists entering the "find out" phase -The CBC Movie Review of Deadpool and Wolverine! -...and of course the Big Wheel Award to them that do the most, but accomplish the least My friends, True Believers, I know one thing to be true: when one door closes, a Spirit Halloween store is sure to open. It's Episode 155! Let's rock!
Wed, 02 Oct 2024 - 1h 52min - 165 - Episode 154 - Madame (Web) MadnessFri, 01 Mar 2024 - 2h 07min
- 164 - Episode 153 - Are the Marvels, Marvel-Less?
True Believers! Hope you had a stomach full of food 'cause the Comic Book Characters are here to talk turkey to your ear drums! Come listen to our cornucopia of Nerd News to get you through your return to work or extended airport gate stay. Highlights from this jam-packed episode include: -Big shout out to all the fans, who are nothing but What's Good for us! -Scott Pilgrim shows up HONGRY for Thanksgiving this year! -Dave hasn't gotten his Filoni of Star Wars IP yet -The CBC Pod Review of "The Marvels"! -Casting Corner with a Mando, 2 randos, and a bit of cheeky Nando's! -Taking Vanity Fair's hit on the purple-grooved chin -Marvel wrapping up the year with Loki plunging into the Deadpool -...and the Big Wheel winner get the broken wishbone! Stay strong, True Believers, 'cause Cyber Monday is comin' for us. Hold on tight to your wallets, wave the white flag of discounts, and hope that you end up in one piece. If not, let our Hot Takes glue your bits back together! It's Episode 153! Let's rock!!
Tue, 28 Nov 2023 - 2h 24min - 163 - Episode 152 - BeetleMania
True Believers, don't break those hoodies and sweaters out yet! 'Cause the Comic Book Characters are are turning up the heat with our hot takes on all the late summer Nerd News. Highlights from this pumpkin-spiced episode include: -Catching up with the Characters -A whiff of a teaser of an Aquaman 2 trailer -Our thoughts on an Invasion that should have been a better kept Secret -Is there blue milk in Ashoka? Does it come from Thrawn?? -Potter plays just the tip with one of the hosts!!! -Casting Corner gets Fantastic ...AGAIN -the CBC Pod review of Blue Beetle, a la chingada!! -...and of course the biggest Big Wheel of the wheels True Believers, do not give in. Do not be constrained by the flat, unfeeling calendar. Spooky Season is a state of mind. It's Episode 152! Let's rock!!
Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 1h 54min - 162 - Episode 151 - Pizza Time with TMNT Mutant Mayhem
True Believers, ring the bell! The Comic Book Characters have hit the mat and are ready to tap! We get it already, Summer: you're hot and the sun is a deadly laser. Quick, come find some shade with us and cool off with some Nerd News! Highlights from this episode include: -Catching up with the characters! -A quick trip to the movie lobby in between showings! -Casting Corner with Fantastic family speculations -A CBC Pod movie review double header, from the Speed Force to the Sewer! -And a very obvious Big Wheel Winner True Believers, you know it's bad when extraterrestrials on Earth can't get top billing over these wild weather patterns. Stay cool, hydrate, and trust no one! It's Episode 151! The truth is out there!
Mon, 14 Aug 2023 - 1h 31min - 161 - Episode 150 - The Web of Life & Destiny
Yowza, True Believers, it's a hot one out there! Good thing that the Comic Book Characters are back with the AC on full blast until the power grid goes out! Come get chilled to the bone with a fresh batch of Nerd News. Highlights from this episode include: -Catching up with the Characters -A Comic Book Legend is awaited in Valhalla -Can K'uk'ulkan K'uk'ulknot? -Casting Corner, featuring bad news for Barbie and Kylo -The CBC Pod Review of Across the Spider-verse! -...and a Big Wheel Award winner that comes out of left field! Remember, True Believers, it's not a trap if you know it's a trap when you're walking into it. It's a face off. Join us for a face off against the summer heat... by staying indoors! It's Episode 150! Let's rock!
Thu, 22 Jun 2023 - 2h 03min - 160 - Episode 149 - Galactic Giants: GOTG Vol. 3
Holy hotdogs, True Believers! The Comic Book Characters are back to kick off summer with a fresh hot batch of Nerd News. So grab a cold one, join us at the grill, 'cause much like Human Torch, we are the flames. Highlights from this episode include: -What's good with our boiz? -The CBC Pod Review of Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3! -a Big Wheel award and a Big Thanks to you! That's right, True Believers, it's a thick, juicy hamburger of an episode. But just like the weather, you betcha we're just getting started heating up. It's Episode 149! Let's rock!!
Wed, 14 Jun 2023 - 1h 19min - 159 - Episode 148 - A Visit to the Trailer Park (Feat. Blue Beetle Marvels Ahsoka Secret Invasion)
Chingas, byes! The Comic Book Characters are back with a fresh batch of Nerd News cooler than a coalwun! We're peezin Hot Takes and pancakes faster than the time it takes to melt a snowflake! Highlights from this episode include: -BERMY IS DE BESS PLACE IN DE VURLD -A messy month for the mouse, both in and out -The Quickest CBC Pod Movie Review of Shazam 2 -Casting Corner, featuring a clown, a Goth, a ghost, a meme, a banana stand, and Ramona Flowers -A trip to the Trailer Park, with a Beetle infestation, a Secret Invasion, some Snips, and a modern-day Marvel -plus, someone's doing the most and getting the least in the BIG WHEEL Award Other countries of the world! Up your streams! Shout-outs are for closers. Enjoy your set of steak knives. It's Episode 148! Let's rock!
Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 2h 19min - 158 - Episode 147 - CASA 2023 with Nasser Rodriguez
The fellas sit down and have a chat with Nasser Rodriguez, show promoter for Comic Arts in San Antonio (C.A.S.A.)! Topics include: Writers, artists, colorists & more in comic books. Comic Book to Wrestling pipeline Imprints other than Marvel & DC Comics, and what you should be reading Are comic book movies good for the comic book publishing industry, and so much more! So sit back and enjoy, and be sure to stop by Wonderlands of America Mall on March 25th to enjoy C.A.S.A 2023!
Fri, 17 Mar 2023 - 59min - 157 - Episode 146 - Ant-Man & The Wasp - Small Surprises
True Believers! In a sure sign of the end time, the Comic Book Characters are back! Come get your fill of Nerd News and Film Reviews before the whole bottom falls out. Hope you shorted multiversal IP properties and water like we did! Highlights from this episode include: -Lucasfilm heating up some leftovers to sell at retail prices -Suicide Squad Kills the concept of gravity -The Thunderbolts gets a little more Invincible -Ant-man and Wasp and Quantum and Woodymania, the CBC Pod Review -...and putting someone on blast as the Big Wheel Winner Y'know, True Believers, growing up is hard. Our beautiful boy MCU is taking some time to figure out who he is, get his footing back. I dunno, maybe it's just a phase. What we do know is that it's Episode 146! Let's rock!
Mon, 06 Mar 2023 - 1h 53min - 156 - Emergency Pod - The Birth of DC Studios
James Gunn shook the comic nerd world on January 31st, unleashing an ambitious slate of 10 projects for the newly crowned DC Studios. Alfred & Cris go through each project and give their thoughts on their most anticipated releases! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this emergency podcast episode!
Thu, 02 Feb 2023 - 45min - 155 - Episode 145 - DCEU RIP & 2022 Powies!
True Believers! Time keeps on slipping into the future, and the Comic Book Characters are back with the first batch of Nerd News for this New Year! We hope you've resolved to have fun 'cause we got a special one for ya! Highlights from this episode include: -Shoutouts to YOU! -What's good with US! -James Gunning down DC properties left and right -...and the CBC Podcast's Annual Award show, THE POWIES!!! Will your favorite movie get a nod? Will a certain vampire's name ruin one of our co-hosts' liver? Will you have a good time? Pull the trigger to find out! That's right, we're locked, loaded, and coming in hot. On your left! It's Episode 145! Let's rock!
Tue, 31 Jan 2023 - 1h 58min - 154 - Episode 144 - Wakanda Forever
'Tis the season, True Believers! And the Comic Book Characters are back with a full-to-bursting fat sack of Nerd News for your sugar plum-filled ears! Highlights from this episode include: -The Mouse's House is Bobbing up and down once again -A Rocky update on Black Adam's theatrical run -A Play-by-Play breakdown of the new trailer for Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3 -We don't know what Specials are but the GOTG Holiday Special is here! -...and The CBC Pod review of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Ohmygodsolittletimeleft,andIhaven'tstartedshoppingat--Whoa there! Let's all slooow down, brew your favorite cup, and warm up by the side of our toasty Hot Takes. It's Episode 144! Gross!
Sat, 10 Dec 2022 - 2h 01min - 153 - Episode 143 - The Man in Black
True Believers, Black Adams, Green Gals, and White Wolves creep through the night! The Comic Book Characters are back with a barrage of Nerd News. We're braving every corner to bring you the latest and greatest comic book related news! - What's good!? - Bring Gunns to a Superhero fight! -Ant-Man looms large -First look at GOTG Holiday Special - Wolfie comes home - Shulkie -Casting Corner featuring some Evans List alumni -Black Adam: Bigger, Blacker, Adamier Episode 143 is upon us! The march toward 150 rages on! Light your torches and let's go!
Tue, 08 Nov 2022 - 2h 20min - 152 - Episode 142 - Thor: Love & Blunder
True Believers, ain't no half-steppin' over here. The Comic Book Characters are back with a barrage of Nerd News. We're macro-dosing the podcast like Ime Udoka engages in consensual workplace affairs--we go hard and fully commit. Highlights from this episode include: -Orale, homes, what's good!? -A Live Area Two-Bedroom making games with a box of scraps -Cap and Black Panther teaming up with the Greatest Generation -She Hulk? I mean, She squats for sure... -RAAAAAAAAAAH!!BLACK ADAM!!!!!AAAAAAAAHHH! -The Plus getting Lupine and Secretive -Kamala Khan do anything! Ms. Marvel Season 1 review! -That's an independent hammer, it don't need no Thor: Love and Thunder review! -Casting Corner with Constantine 2 confirmed! -Bat Gone Girl -...and the Biggest of Wheels in a while We want to apologize to our hosts, True Believers, the entire CBC Universe, and our families for being so awesome. We are bodacious for putting in as many pie references as we could in this recording. It's Episode 142! I will have no further comment!
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 - 1h 57min - 151 - Episode 141 - The SDCC Trailer Park
True Believers, ahhh! What's that behind you?! It looks like a bevy of Nerd News and Trailer Reviews. Good thing the Comic Book Characters are back to fend off SDCC's attack with the power of Hot Takes! Highlights from this episode include: -On point, zeitgeist-relevant opening banter -A fourth wall breaking attorney at Hulk -A Rock taking the most vengeful human form possible -A sweet little tree boy and his cream puff friends -An old friend from the beginning of time to help you sleep -And a cinematic masterpiece of a trailer We've found ourselves in a densely populated Trailer Park, True Believers! Watch out for any tornados or saucer-shaped entities lurking about. ....And chimps. Always look out for chimps. It's Episode 141! Let's nope!
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 - 1h 59min - 150 - 12 Jul 2021 00:02
True Believers! Summer is officially here, and the Comic Book Characters are back to keep that mercury running high with our sizzling hot takes on all the Nerd News you can take! Highlights from this GIANT SIZED episode include: -a sweltering intro full of thanks -Sony executives steaming under the collar -Old Man Kenobi feels the fire once again -Ms. Marvel bringing that sweet heat -Casting Corner featuring a clown, a defendant, and a let down -a trip to the Trailer Park to visit Thor and Black Adam -...and a special cameo from Drunk!Cris Exorbitant gas prices? Sky high air fare?? Arizona tea for $2.50??? Y'all got any more of that sweet, sweet lockdown? It's episode 140! Let's roast!
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 - 2h 13min - 149 - Episode 139 - Lunar Madness Hits The MCU
True Believers, have we got a deal for you! The Comic Book Characters are back with a jam-packed episode filled with hot-n-ready Nerd News! And as always, delivery directly into your ear holes is 100% free! Highlights from this episode include: -Catching up and thanking fans -Paying respects and offering condolences to two Comic Greats -By golly, dem boys only gone and done a Moon Knight review, innit!? -Steer into the surrealistic skid of Strange and his Multiverse of Madness -...and a returning appraisal of acting accuracy in the Actor Audit! But wait, True Believers, there's more! If you leave a 5-star review, the Comic Book Characters will organize your longboxes for you! That's right! Alfred will do it himself! You won't! It's Episode 139! Let's stonks!
Tue, 10 May 2022 - 1h 46min - 148 - Episode 138 - The Batman V The Man Bat
Holy 1040, True Believers! The Taxman cometh, but fear not. The Comic Book Characters are here to hold your hand as Uncle Sam takes a patriotic pinch. Let the Nerd News sooth your chapped wallet. Highlights from this episode include: -Apologies and thanks for the wait -The CBC Pod Review of The Batman -The CBC Pod Review of Morbius -...and a brand new review segment that holds both bat men hostage for The Actor Audit! That's right, True Believers, plot twist! We were the Tax-Men all along! We'll take our payment out in the form of laughter and 5-star reviews! It's Episode 138! Let's e-file!
Tue, 19 Apr 2022 - 1h 46min - 147 - Episode 137 - Powies of Madness
It's award season, True Believers, and the Comic Book Characters are back with the 75th annual Powies! That's right, categories from the wide world of Nerd News ain't gonna pick a winner themselves. Highlights from this episode include: -Staring into the void (ooh la la) -Breaking into a strange doctor's trailer -Somber news for a comic great -A plethora of impromptu Big Wheel recipients -...and The 69th Anal Powies! Even though Spring's around the corner, it's still getting chilly. Come warm up with ya boys' hot takes! It's Episode 137! In a row!
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 - 1h 56min - 146 - Episode 136 - Spider-Man: Homerun
True Believers! Hope all is well with you and yours as we thwip into the new year! The Comic Book Characters are back to effuse vociferously and wax webby over the wall crawling menace himself in our Spider-Man: No Way Home movie review. Highlights from this episode include: -Alfred slinging webs and dropping dimes -Cris trying his best to distract and derail him -#WongStrong in 2022 -Feigs, just let us get some crafty at least -...and a new segment from behind the camera It's round 3 for our good friend Tom Holland and all of you, True Believers. Stay safe, stay healthy, and godspeed Spider-Man! It's Episode 136, 2022's first! Let's rock!
Sat, 08 Jan 2022 - 1h 30min - 145 - Across the Spider-Verse Trailer Reaction
True Believers! The Comic Book Characters have one question for you: What could be better than one Spidey trailer reaction? Wh-What? WHOA! Yeah, no, I was talking about TWO Spidey trailer reactions, you naughty dawg. You got the spirit, tho. Highlights from this episode include: -Play-by-Play reaction to the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse: Part One - Reloaded; Director's Cut trailer -A bunch of baseless conjecture -Some standard non-sequiturs All for the value price of $Free.99! Get in now before the secondary comic markets inflate the price yet again! It's another Trailer Reaction! LET'S ROCK!
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 - 42min - 144 - Spider-Man No Way Home Trailer ReactionThu, 25 Nov 2021 - 52min
- 143 - Episode 135 - Rest In Peacemaker
Ohhhh snap, True Believers, and not the Thanos kind! The Comic Book Characters have returned to your world to fend off the evils of Boredom and Mild Takes. Trust us, it's hungry work. Highlights from this episode include: -A Spidey trailer so nice, we had to touch it twice -What If Feige Finally Dropped the Bag on Your Boys? -The almighty power of The Definite Article for DC's Suicide Squad -...and a Key Issues about a series gone too soon. Summer's scorching away and Shang-Chi is on the horizon. Maybe if we all mask up and act like we got some sense, we could act like the heroes we enjoy watching! 'Cause everyone deserves to be Wong-ed in a movie theater. It's Episode 135! Let's rock!
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 - 1h 48min - 142 - Emergency Episode - Spider-Man No Way Home Trailer ReactionTue, 24 Aug 2021 - 36min
- 141 - Episode 134 - Please Let There Be Carnage
Make way, True Believers, 'cause the Comic Book Characters are coming through with a rundown that's thicc-packed with nougaty Nerd News. Highlights from this episode include: -Venom back up in 'em -Disney 'bout to pay what ScarJo's owed -Various variant thoughts on the Loki wrap-up -OMG DEADPOOL x MCU HAPPENINGN?!!? - Nostalgia goggles on hard when you're Bustin' -The Predictions for The Suicide Squad -Hawkeye taking aim at the King? -Casting Corner, with a bit of Grace in this Coel world -and Michael B. Jordan lining up his HBO project That latent anxiety you're feeling is the school year approaching. Hopefully you're only having nightmares about being late for class in your underwear with all your teeth missing while your 8th grade crush judges you for falling through the air. It's Episode 134! Let's rock!
Sun, 15 Aug 2021 - 1h 27min - 140 - Episode 133 - Black Widow's World
True Believers! Just like the MCU, the Comic Book Characters are back in action! And in keeping with this summer season, our takes are hotter than ever due to global nerding. Highlights from this episode include: -We back! -Catching up on Marvel series -An instant Invincible legend -Black Widow! Finally!! -...and a ruthless personal attack for the Big Wheel winner New season, new segments, same old pair of Characters. It's Episode 133! Let's rock!
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 - 1h 37min - 139 - Episode 132 - Wondering About WW84
Just like the title says, dem boys are definitely wondering about WW84. The guys give a full SPOILER review for the Gal Gadot vehicle. Also what dark magic do Favreau and Filoni? Find out in the latest episode, let's do this!
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 - 2h 05min - 138 - Episode 131 - Mighty Marvel Flex
True Believers! Christmas came early and the tree is full to bursting! We got a bumper crop of Nerd News that came straight from Papa Noel Feige himself. Highlights from this episode include: -We got 20/21 WandaVision -Docter Strange gets Mad! -Falcon and Bucky welcome us to Earth-616 -Black Widow...again! -Shang-Chi makes us say his name -A weird look for the Eternals? -High-key amped for Loki -Dude, What If this episode goes on too long?? -Ms. Marvel, if you're nasty -Hawkeye fixes a water heater -She Hulk is filmed before a live studio audience -Moonknight steps into the daylight -I'm tired of all these shape-shifting Skrulls in my Secret Invasion! -A Heart made of Iron -Armor Wars, not Les Guerres d'Armoires (that would be cool, too) (deep breath, deep breath!) -The Guardians celebrate life! -Sounds like someone's sharpening their Blade... -Thor brings the Thunder! -An Ant mound and Wasp nest -Black Panther 2 making the right call -Fantastic news, finally! -...and a bit of 90's nostalgia for our Key Issues! We don't mess around, True Believers. We got TWO candy canes in our hot chocolate. It's been a funky sort of year, so don't forget to Treat. Yo'. Self! It's Episode 131! Let's Jingle All the Way!
Thu, 17 Dec 2020 - 1h 39min - 137 - Episode 130 - DC Shakes Things Up
True Believers, we're almost in the home stretch! 2020's winding down, but the Comic Book Characters are all wound up with a fresh batch of Nerd News! Highlights from this episode include: -A Wonder Woman in two places at once -A little green dude with a hearty stomach -Deadpool moving in to the Mouse House -Welcome news straight from Lucifer himself -Heck, we even got something for the kids! -Casting Corner, featuring a ghost spider, an older spider, and Dracula's nemesis -...and our Key Issues on the future of 'Tec Let's wind the clocks back a year. These bars and restaurants, they would happily serve any of you. Wh-What happened? Did your balls drop o—Oh. Corona? A pandemic?! Well yeah, shit yeah, I'd fucking stay home, too. Let's put a mask on that face! It's Episode 130! Let's rock!
Sat, 12 Dec 2020 - 1h 42min - 136 - Episode 129 - Edge Of Spider-Verse
Treat or treat, True Believers! The Comic Book Characters are back to fill your loot bags with nothing but your favorite candy, 'cause 2020's already been tricking us heavy. Cower before our haunted hot takes and necrotic Nerd News! Highlights from this episode include: -Heavy news for The Duderino -Even more Spider-men caught in the Spiderverse web?? -Wait, some Strange wizard dude and a glowing guy, too?! -An Evans List member joining the Producer's pool party -A Batman and a Directorman squaring off?! -MODOK coming through with his tiny legs -Getting Green to the HBO Max -...and even more Kirkman in Prime time Now's not the time for fear, True Believers. That comes later--election day is November 3rd! Get your roody-poo, jabroni, candy asses out there and vote! Or you'll make the list!! It's Episode 129! Let's rock the vote!
Sun, 25 Oct 2020 - 1h 17min - 135 - Episode 128 New Mutants Same Old Story
Greetings, True Believers! As the seasons change and we enter the sixth year of 2020, the Comic Book Characters are back with another pumpkin-spiced hot shot of Nerd News. So, come sooth your psyche with our autumn-appropriate lukewarm takes. Highlights from this episode include: -Are we suddenly turning into YouTubers?! -The long awaited New Mutations from the silver screen -The Most Metal Maiden heinously denied her cinematic sophomore showing...again! -Does the same fate await the Soviet Spider Woman? -Rob-bat Batbatbat: Back in Bat -Casting Corner, featuring some righteously pronounced diverse names -MANDO! BEARING THE BRUNT OF OUR BESKAR-HEAVY EXPECTATIONS!! -and, Maybe Cap should call Tony Stark before going whole hog... Trust us, True Believers, we feel the absence of the simple things in life, too: Having dinner with friends. Getting into political punch-ups in bars. The simple, constant longing to smush your hands all over your face. But, our resolve to stay healthy is greater than our social programming. Maybe it comes from our Captain America-esque “confidence,” but we can do this all day. So, kick back, mask up, and rock out! It's Episode 128!
Sun, 25 Oct 2020 - 1h 36min - 134 - Episode 127 - DC FanDope
True Believers! It's been a minute! Hope you got your head on a swivel, 'cause this one's full of twists, turns, Nerd News, and Twitter burns. Highlights from this episode include: -An ongoing conversation on the collapse of this world -DC trying to blow off all of our collective Dome pieces... -.with a trailer for the Battinson movie -and more trailers for more movies -and a trailer for a Batman game -...and the Suicide Squad game, too -Just take our wallets, DC! We've all got families! -and Twitter fingers turn to trigger fingers in our Key Issues Canceling Batman? Why would fans need to do that when WarnerMedia's publishing execs are undoubtedly headed that way next? Boom! Roasted! It's Episode 127! Let's rock!
Sun, 27 Sep 2020 - 1h 19min - 133 - Emergency Pod - Chadwick Forever (1977-2020)
True Believers, whenever we have an emergency podcast, it is because we cannot comprehend what has just happened in our corner of the world. Today is exactly that. We offer our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Chadwick Boseman. “Maybe the night that my dreams might let me know/All the stars get closer/All the stars are closer.”
Sat, 29 Aug 2020 - 28min - 132 - Episode 126 - Super Hoops 2020 Draft
True Believers, have we got a treat for you today! The Comic Book Characters are back with some friends to chop it up 'round the virtual grill out back. Highlights from this episode include: -The CBC Superhero Bubble Draft, with the Bosquez Boys, James and Alex! Yeah-huh, you read it right. We're drafting superhero squads with a basketball twist. Who blows their first pick? Whose team is already melting down? Who picked THAT guy?! Find out right now, it's Episode 126, let's jam!
Wed, 29 Jul 2020 - 1h 05min - 131 - Episode 125 - Not So Harmless Tiger Man
True Believers, you thought we were down and out? Check yo' head, kid, 'cause the Comic Book Characters are back at it again! Yeah, we might need a standing 8 count, but who doesn't these days? Don't worry though, we got your Nerd News smelling-salts right here. Highlights from this episode include: -Respects and sympathies for a Batman director -HBO trying to Max out their Mother Box -Marvel found some Predatory, Alien life forms -Shout outs to some local pod crossovers with Dork Dad Podcast and Collecting Weekly After Dark -A Super trailer for a former janitor -Zacky boy teases his cut -How far will the Spider-Verse 2 reach back for arachnid analogues? -Introspective Autobots and the Decepticons who hate them -The CBC fandom grows with an article that ain't low -...and another brain-racking installation of “What He Do?” that you DON'T want to miss! True Believers, do you know if you can claim workman's comp if you're working from home? Asking for a friend... Get ready for the Most Dangerous Podcast in San Antonio! It's Episode 125! Let's rock!
Mon, 13 Jul 2020 - 1h 43min - 130 - Episode 124 - The Mighty Miles Morales
True Believers, watch out! It's hot out here in these streets and I ain't talking 'bout the mercury. Never fear, 'cause the Comic Book Characters are here to provide an oasis of hot takes, Nerd News, and movie reviews! Highlights from this episode include: -Miles Morales making his console debut! -Will the PS5 get entangled in some spidey webs? -DC dropping them Diamonds like an Antwerp stickup -Let King Kong and Godzilla fight, but keep it clean -Casting Corner with some Ghostly Visions for Reedus and Peters -...and our review of an animation end cap in Apokolips Don't give up yet, True Believers! 2020's stepping on our toes and throwing some gut punches, but just like Cap, we can do this all day. So put your masks on and keep your head up. It's Episode 124! Let's rock!
Wed, 17 Jun 2020 - 1h 21min - 129 - Episode 123 - The Comic Book Kumite (Part 2)
True Believers, you break our record...now we break you! Like we break the Nerd News, wherever it's hiding. Let our hot takes and inside scoops fill your oatmeal bowls and headphones with...twisted metaphors. Highlights from this episode include: -The Taika train keeps on rollin' to another galaxy -More Spidey goodness on the schedule -Your quarantine lounge wear ain't the only thing getting Swampy -RED HOT EXCLUSIVE! The Official CBC Sneak Peek Review of ...another arachnid -...and we sacrifice 24 characters to the entertainment gods to make the Inaugural Comic Book Characters Kumite! Hey hey hey, easy with the snot blowing, Chong Li! It's hard enough to avoid the 'rona without slipping around on your nose nuggets. Thankfully, it's way easier to kick back, relax, and get your Pod on with the Comic Book Characters! It's Episode 123! Let's sequentially rock!
Sun, 17 May 2020 - 1h 23min - 128 - Episode 123 - The Comic Book Kumite (Part 1)
True Believers, you break our record...now we break you! Like we break the Nerd News, wherever it's hiding. Let our hot takes and inside scoops fill your oatmeal bowls and headphones with...twisted metaphors. Highlights from this episode include: -The Taika train keeps on rollin' to another galaxy -More Spidey goodness on the schedule -Your quarantine lounge wear ain't the only thing getting Swampy -RED HOT EXCLUSIVE! The Official CBC Sneak Peek Review of ...another arachnid -...and we sacrifice 24 characters to the entertainment gods to make the Inaugural Comic Book Characters Kumite! Hey hey hey, easy with the snot blowing, Chong Li! It's hard enough to avoid the 'rona without slipping around on your nose nuggets. Thankfully, it's way easier to kick back, relax, and get your Pod on with the Comic Book Characters! It's Episode 123! Let's sequentially rock!
Sun, 17 May 2020 - 52min - 127 - Episode 122 - Movie Musical Chairs
We wear mascc. We snacc. But most importantly, True Believers, we bacc! The Comic Book Characters have tracked down the scant little Nerd News out in the wilds and invite you to pick through its leavings. Highlights from this episode include: -Checking in with ya quarantine woes -Scheduling is Marvel's next big foe -Feige and Krasinski becoming best bros? -...and a new Guess Who game we hope doesn't blow! Do the secrets of surviving social distancing lurk in our podcast? Can we help you cut your hair for Zoom meetings? Or can we just help you get a good laugh going? Only one way to find out, True Believers! It's Episode 122! Let's rock!
Sat, 18 Apr 2020 - 1h 42min - 126 - Episode 121 - Whatever It Takes
True Believers! Just like your Netflix queue, the Nerd News don't quit. So neither will the Comic Book Characters! Just check out the highlights, I'm sure it's chockablock with...o-oh, wait, that's it?!: -A Bloodshot-splattered review from the Before Times -Casting Corner, adding another Star to all these Wars -...and an MCU themed argument starter in This or That All joined by Texas-grown, Portland-based comedian James Bosquez! That's right, we got back-to-back Bosquezes, baby! So plug in, crack open a cold one, and stick it to The 'Rona by sticking indoors. It's Episode 121! Keep on keeping on!
Sat, 04 Apr 2020 - 1h 12min - 125 - Episode 120 - Crisis On Just One Earth
Six Topics. Three Nerds. One Pod. True Believers, it's our chance now to be the heroes we need. But first, let's get a little nervous laughter and some Nerd News out of the way. Highlights from this episode include: -Heimdall sidelined for now -Mando made it through the Great Pushback -A consistent Keanu in the Casting Corner -Battinson's got a nice piece of tailpipe -The First, and hopefully Only, CBC Social Distancing Draft -...and a plethora of personal recommendations to check out. Served up with a side of the Sauce Boss himself, Alex Bosquez! You know the news. You know your mission. Most of us are going somewhere we know. That doesn't mean you should know what to expect. Be careful. Look out for each other. This is the fight of our lives. And we're going to win. Whatever it takes. It's Episode 120. Good luck!
Thu, 19 Mar 2020 - 1h 39min - 124 - Episode 119 - A Colossal Comic Crossover
Three questions, True Believers: How many hot are your takes? How many pancakes can you make? Why? 'Cause the only things that matter in a modern apocalyptic hellscape are forgetting-you're-in-one and breakfast. Highlights from this episode include: -Iger says goodbye-ger -Chapstick? Your CEO is now a Chapstick? -Degenerate Jedi in the High Republic -Carnage rises with a crimson dawn -The Batman gets his motorcycle on -All questions are stupid before Harrison blazes up -This Tiger found his pair of adamantium claws -...and the TEChnicalities of the publishing side is the focus of our Key Issue All with special guest, Joey Devine of fantastic Nerdcore Band, Bitforce! True Believers, you know the answer. You always have. It's us. We are the Comic Book Characters. The Walking Pod. It's Episode 119! Let's wash our hands vigorously!
Wed, 04 Mar 2020 - 1h 33min - 123 - Episode 118 - Birds Of Prey Now, You're An All-Star
True Believers! Pump the breaks! 2020's barreling down the road and we've got our first comic book movie to cover. So saddle up, hunker down, and let the Nerd News coat your cranium. Our offerings this week include: -Issa BOP when the Birds come out to play -Superb showing from MCU -Phoenix is on fire, and rightly so -Queen o-of spades...f-four of heartsss...JacK oF DIAmonds, JaCK of CluBs! -WHY HAVE YOU DISTURBED OUR SLEEP? -AWAKEN US FROM OUR ANCIENT SLUBMER?! -...SAM RAIMI!... -like the others before you, ONE BY ONE, DISNEY WILL TAKE YOU!! -Rick and Morty get some Strange -Cousin Diego is un espía rebelde again? Fantastico! -...and the Key Issue of the week regarding how we get our fix True Believers, we never said we would stay to the end. We knew we would leave you with hot takes and everything. Streaming The Mando in the hope of more Baby Yoda. Streaming it, over and over and over. Meh, it's okay. We'll get back with you after Valentimes Day. I said what I said. It's Episode 118! Let's get sad!
Sun, 16 Feb 2020 - 1h 30min - 122 - Episode 117 - Well, Actually More Mutants
True Believers, just look at this slack! There's...there's just so much. It's so...LONG. It's strong. Down to get the Nerd News on. Don't worry though, 'cause the Comic Book Characters are here to chop it up especially for you. Here are the hibachi-style highlights, straight from our spatulas to your ear holes: -Psst, pssst! Wanda see a new mutated Vision? -Multiple Marvel series on the move -So a M.O.D.O.K. and a Monkey walk into a bar... -Rise of the Trevorrow Leaks -A visit to the Trailer Park with a King's Man and a mall goth -A Bad Robot scares a mighty Mouse -Guerrilla segment! Star Wars: This or That? -First look at a US Agent, Waititi on the approach, and Obi on the bench -GG no re for Lindelof and Watchmen -...and a sneak peek at the most Mythic of Quests! Forget about putting Lovecraftian-style Sith Masters in a movie; put them right here! With the way 2020's kicking off, we're gonna need all the help we can get on our side. Come, seal the dark pact with us! It's Episode 117! Let's fhtagn!
Wed, 29 Jan 2020 - 1h 53min - 121 - Issue 116 - Nerd Wars Rise Of The Powies
True Believers, should old takes be forgot, and never brought to pod? Not if we have anything to say about it! It's 2020, bursting out the gate, and the Comic Book Characters are back with the 5th Annual Powies! Come, award with us. Highlights from this episode include: -Some New Mutants who escaped The Purge -A quick trip to the Casting Corner with Christian and Colin -In-depth comic conversations about casting crossovers -...and the 5th Annual Powies! We love recapping the year almost as much as we love uncapping bourbon bottles. Much love and thanks to all y'all nerds out there for sticking with us. It's Episode 116! Let's rock!
Wed, 08 Jan 2020 - 1h 28min - 120 - Issue 115 - Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker
The pod casts! True Believers, it is a joyous time in the COMIC BOOK CHARACTERS Universe. The year draws to a close as does the SKYWALKER saga. Join us as we serve HOT TAKES & PANCAKES for your listening pleasure. Highlights from this episode include: -KYLO REN being very not zen -Is it all up to REY to save the day? -...and an appearance from RONNIE JAMES DIO Relax with us and some NERD NEWS about our favorite GALAXY far, far away. Oh, it's a little early, but we got you something. It's Episode 115! ...BABY YODA
Sat, 21 Dec 2019 - 1h 25min - 119 - Issue 114 - Ride The Lightning
A HUGE, heartfelt thanks to start! -Crossover Pod news?! -The crossovers continue on Infinite Earths -A visit to the Trailer Park with Wonder Woman, Black Widow, and The Boys -Head to the polls, stuff the ballot, 'cause we done got nominated! -Our drunk friend Tom calls up “Mr. Iger, sir” to thwip his shot -Oi, true roadman tings, bruv, Boyega's acting buki, innit?! -Well wishes for the Barrowman -...and our first look at the new Black Widow figures prompts a toyetic treatise All that, and our Renner-approved Big Wheel award?! True Believers, it really is a giving season. So give us a listen, spare us a like, and vote for Comic Book Characters as Best Podcast in San Antonio! We #WongStrong! Episode, 114, let's rock!
Fri, 13 Dec 2019 - 1h 20min - 118 - Issue 113 - This Is The Way
True Believers! Turkey Day is upon us. And while everyone in the house is tripping off tryptophan, rage-watching football, and having awkward conversations, we've got the antidote: A piping hot new episode of Comic Book Characters, of course! Highlights from this episode include: -The heftiest bounty in this parsec for The Mandalorian -Channing Tatum taking it to The Maxx -A pay-per-view sighting of some HUGE nerds -Casting Corner, featuring even MORE The Batman cast revealed -Jumping the gun on Joker? -A slight Star Wars sighting -True Tales from the Darkest Timeline, by way of Spider-Man -Some Pest is making a new Chicano comic -...and “What If?” leads us to some animated thoughts True Believers, I've gathered you here today to discuss what happened to the turkey. It was last seen yesterday gobbling along its merry way, tail full of feathers, and now the kids are making wishes with its carcass. That's right; I suspect fowl play. It's all good, tho, we'll be your alibis! It's Episode 113, let's gobble-gobble!
Wed, 27 Nov 2019 - 1h 30min - 117 - Issue 112 - Rogue's Roll Call
T-T-True Believ-v-vers, it's ice cold! But never fear, sweet summer children, the Comic Book Characters are here to warm you up with hot takes and pancakes! Metaphorically, of course. This is a podcast after all. Highlights from this episode include: -Thunder in the distance for Marvel -One of the best costumes from last Weeknd -Casting Corner, with levels of villainy dangerously close to Spider-man 3 -In general, is the MCU in good hands with a progressive, new state farmer? -New Segment Alert! Feige says! -Ants in line after Tho', fo' sho' -...and save a date for a dance with our favorite animated arachnid What's that? Haven't picked out a tree, lit up the house, or bought yet another inflatable lawn thing? That's fine! That's normal! Nothing like a fresh dose of Nerd News to take the edge off of Christmas creep, tho. It's Episode 112! Let's rock!
Tue, 12 Nov 2019 - 1h 15min - 116 - Issue 111 - Who's Laughing Now
True Believers, take heed. No gourd is safe. No one is dressed appropriately for the ever-changing weather. And the Comic Book Characters are back from the dead, with haunted hot takes, possessed predictions, and plenty of pumpkin spice! Highlights from this episode include: -The latest transmission from a galaxy far, far away... -Looking at both sides of the Joker -Falcon and Bucky on the run again?! -Someone get this old guy outta here! -Casting corner, with bats in the belfry -Chinnos. Not a typo. And, no. Not the pants. -A labour of love from across the pond, innit? -...and a discussion about future nerdom Did you miss us like we missed you? 'Cause our aim might have been a little off. Nothing a second shot of steaming hot Nerd News can't fix, though! It's episode 111! Reppin' that repdigit! Let's rock!
Mon, 28 Oct 2019 - 1h 42min - 115 - Issue 110 - Birds Of A Feather
True Believers, you've rubbed us the right way. And like your own personal Nerd News genie, The Comic Book Characters have emerged once again! So kick back, wish for at-will invisibility, your own imperishable currency reserve, and Save. That. Last. Wish. Seriously though, 2019 is wild. You go'n need it. Highlights from this episode include: -A feast for Birds of Prey -The Good, the Bad, and the Webbly: A Spidey Trifecta -After hitting up 3 bars, we hit the Jackpot -Denzel's true name revealed! -A crowded Casting Corner, party of 24! -Predictions for the Clown Prince of Crime -An in memoriam for Mutants -...and a sexy swapping exercise (wink, shhhh) We outchea, snitching on superhero secret identities and stabbing pumpkins for their rich, tasty innards! Comic Book Characters, falling back in favor! Episode 110, let's rock!
Thu, 03 Oct 2019 - 1h 32min - 114 - Issue 109 - The Joke's On Us
Summer draws to a close, pumpkins quiver in fear, and somewhere in Southern California a mouse is hungry. True Believers, joins us once again in the (mostly biweekly) ritual that binds us all. Nerd news is your call! Nerd news is your destiny! And we are the shambling carrion construct sent to deliver! Highlights from this episode include: -A Lion made of Gold given to Arthur -The Richter scale quaking with a D23 rumble -Marvel better go halfsies on rent with all these streams -Star Wars streaming to a screen near you soon -No toe is safe from the ExtendaBlade Lightsaber -Casting Corner with Kitt, Nathon, and Margot -A last minute Big Wheel award amid remembrances Of course nothing bad need happen this Friday the 13 while the full moon is out. And it won't if you give the pod a listen. Come howl the night away right, with the Comic Book Characters Podcast! Episode 108, y'all!
Sat, 14 Sep 2019 - 1h 19min - 113 - Issue 108 - Spider - Man, No MoreWed, 21 Aug 2019 - 58min
- 112 - Issue 107 - Comic Con-Versations 5
The smell of sunscreen in the air? Triple digits on the regular? True believers, the heat is on like a Glenn Frey song! Thankfully we got some nerd news that's fit to burst through the dam and cool you off. Highlights from this episode include: -A new cinematic king gets crowned -Comic news straight from SoCal -Marvel's upcoming 4th phase features -Talkin' bout 'Tec's clown queen -Watching the Watchmen's trailer -Catching the 12:30 to Pierce some Snow -The Boys bring some Prime time noise -and a very special Big Wheel award Make no mistake, True Believers, we've run. We've crawled. We've web-slinged over these city walls, only to geek out with you. But we still haven't found what we're podding for. (Take the hint already, Feige!) Episode 107, let's rock!
Mon, 05 Aug 2019 - 1h 19min - 111 - Issue 106 - The Peter Tingle
Earthquakes in the west, hurricanes to the south, and boiling hot temperatures worldwide. Could this be the work of alien forces? A criminal mastermind using super science? Witches?! Fear not, True Believers, the Comic Book Characters are here to peel back the mystery! And you definitely want every part of this. Highlights from this episode include: -Spider-Man putting the team on his back -James Cameron looking over his shoulder -The harsh reality and sudden realization for Lex Luthor -Marvel's publishing side about to experience Absolute Carnage -And the return of our very own game-show segment Night Monkey, Night Monkey, he's a stealthy monkey man. Listens to, this podcast. Has a headphone dual jack. Look out! It's Issue 106! Sponsored by Pop Culture and Comics! Find reviews of the latest comics, comic movies, and shows @ www.popcultureandcomics.com
Fri, 12 Jul 2019 - 1h 33min - 110 - Issue 105 - X (Not) Gonna Give It To Ya
When the sun refuses to set and the hot winds blow throughout the night, you can be sure that the Comic Book Characters stay indoors, to vet nerd news and share their insights! With takes as hot as the Phoenix floor and twice as Dark as Swamp Thing's shore, you can rest easy and never bore listening to episode 104...plus 1. Highlights from this episode include: -Brie Larson hands over the spotlight -Front line reports from the fan fest -The Russos' magical gathering -Marvel's mischievous misdirection -Sneakin' Peeks at a game, a poster, and a poll -and Jean Grey might have something to say about our Dark Phoenix review Woo, it's getting hot 'round here, True Believers. If only there we had a mutant on staff that could change the weather. Yep, sure would come in handy. Oh! that's right! Beast, turn on the air conditioning if you could! Episode 105, what a time to be alive!
Wed, 19 Jun 2019 - 1h 26min - 109 - Issue 104 - Oh No! There Goes Tokyo
Up from the underground like an alpha wave kaiju sound, it's another episode of Comic Book Characters! Hope you're near a fallout shelter, 'cause we got thermonuclear hot takes, melting ya steel beams with every single pace. Highlights from this episode include: -An urgent casting corner for the caped crusader -Talking 'bout Joaquin, the yin to The Bat-yang -Rolling out the red carpet for the magma-hot King of Monsters -Good Omens from Gaiman -and the Last Night on Earth True Believers, we knew the world wouldn't be the same once we'd finished recording. A few people laughed. A few people cried. Most were silent. It's just like the old scriptures: Now we are become Comic Book Characters, destroyers of nerds! Episode 104, let's rock!
Tue, 04 Jun 2019 - 1h 09min - 108 - Issue 103 - We Love You 3000(Endgame Review)
*kshk* Tru- *kshk* *kshk* -rue Bel- *kshk* *kshk* True Believers...on your left! It took us about 3 hours and 2 minutes, but, just like Wong, we're here to throw down. I think that's all of it. ... What, you wanted more?! Highlights from this episode include: -Our means to an Endgame -A Mysterious turn of events for Spider-Man -One Big comeuppance -...and a power ranking 11 years in the making True Believers, we used to have nothing. And then we got this. This pod. These episodes. And we were awesome-er because of it. So get your Pym Particles, set your coordinates, and suit up for another Comic Book Characters Pod! See ya in a minute.
Tue, 14 May 2019 - 1h 47min - 107 - Issue 102 - To Hell(boy) And Back
Behold, True Believers! The Comic Book Characters have called upon an unholy legion of blood-drenched daemons to deliver nefarious nerd news, both arcane and mundane! Cower and despair before the knowledge of: -Gäap the Exorcist, carrying a ghostly rider to an new kingdom -Vepar the Great Duke, summoning unknown creatures from the swamp -Leraje, Great Marquis of Hell, bringing the boys to the fight -Botis the Twisted Snake, commingling brands into products -and finally, King Bael, Ruler of the East, reintroduces us to his sweet, sweet boy Come! The cavalcade of Ars Goetia commandants bid you, "Join them," as the sulfurous censer of hellfire purifies this podcast. Iä! Iä! Comic Book Characters fhtagn! Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet!
Fri, 03 May 2019 - 54min - 106 - Issue 101 - Will The Real Captain Marvel Please Stand Up
True Believers beware; when you pod into the abyss, the abyss pods back. I mean, it might take a minute, but it does happen. Here's our evidence! -Footage from a galaxy far, far away -Two supermassive companies completing combination -The Dark Side of the Flash -A runtime measurable in parsecs -Signs of emergent properties in the Disney+ cluster -and a magical superhero's debut! We've peered long, and longingly, into the black hole and somehow maintained our sanity to bring the nerd news to youse. Crossing the event horizon at excelsior speed, it's the Comic Book Characters Podcast, Episode 101!
Wed, 17 Apr 2019 - 1h 06min - 105 - Issue 100 (Part 2) - Captain Marvel Feat Guest Victoria Morales
I know we said no more surprises, True Believers, but we were hoping for just one more. Instead we've got Part 2 of Episode 100 for ya! Vicky Morales joins us to talk about Captain Marvel, 90s music, and a smoking Gunn. It's episode One Hunnit! Come get some!
Wed, 20 Mar 2019 - 1h 03min - 104 - Issue 100 - We're In The ENDGAME Now (Part 1)
True Believers! It's time to keep it 100 with the Comic Book Characters! We're back and breaking into spring with a two-piece. The finest offerings in geek news are up first, and they include: -The Avengers Ending their Game -The Hypothetical Marvel Universe -A trip to Casting Corner with three hellos and one goodbye -Spidey Struck Gold! -...and an Unlikely Crossover Event Don't worry, Captain Marvel gets part two of episode 100. So, before we blast off to the Kree home world, make sure you've got your popcorn, your mints, and the right size kicks on your feet. We're hitting them triple digits together, whatever it takes!
Sat, 16 Mar 2019 - 59min - 103 - Issue 99 - 4th Annual Powies (Awards And Aquaman)
Empty cans scattered around the room, a bottle of rum that was once full, and brandy still being tastefully swished around in a tumbler. True Believers, this can mean only one of two things—either Aquaman needed a sip, or it's time for another issue of the Comic Book Characters! Highlights from this episode include: -A trailer that's straight out of Heck -Did Cheney's hunger for power reach the galaxy in Vice? -The full dive into Atlantis, sans scuba suits -and the 4th Annual Powie Awards, looking back on 2018's nerd offerings Is life better, down where it's wetter? Only if you got a big, goofy looking helmet. Ain't no better start to the year than with the Powies! Come celebrate hot takes, high stakes, and 2019 wit' ya boyz!
Sun, 13 Jan 2019 - 1h 37min - 102 - Issue 98 - Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
It's been out for a week and our embargo is over! Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is here and the guys go in depth with behind the scenes info, potential sequel plots, and even a personalized quiz for Alfred! Does he do well? Spoiler, he does not! So get your web shooters ready, and let's THWIPP in a new year together! Happy Holidays, everyone!
Tue, 25 Dec 2018 - 1h 12min - 101 - Issue 97 - Marvel's Endgame
True Believers! Don't believe the Terrible Lie that the Comic Book Characters have left you Down in It. It's Heresy! Another Version of the Truth is that we've learned Discipline and let The Becoming news happen before we cover it. And, as the calendar is Getting Smaller, we've come to offer you A Warm Place to get caught up on all the latest geek news! Highlights from this issue include: The Avengers: Endgame trailer is Right Where it Belongs Is NASA gonna save Stark? Or will it bite The Hand That Feeds? Black Panther up for a Golden Globe?! Yes, Please! Captain Marvel goes Into the Void with her second trailer Shang-Chi is soon to get All the Love in the World It turns out Love is Not Enough to save Daredevil! (I Do Not Want This) We sneaked a peek at Spider-verse, but we won't be a Ruiner You Know What You Are? A casting corner! Featuring a duck, a Reptile, and a rogue Looks like (Big Man with a) James Gunn Came Back Haunted! Also, some big anime titles looking to be Beside You in Time shortly It's the time of the year where The Line Begins to Blur on the temperature. That's What I Get for buying the “Mr. Self Destruct” brand of thermometer. So bundle up, slap them headphones on, and press play. You get us Closer to pod! We're in This Together! ...Hurt!!
Tue, 11 Dec 2018 - 1h 28min - 100 - Emergency Issue - Stan Lee Remembrance
The guys are joined by cartoonist & artist, Marcus Rocco as they talk about the life of Stan Lee and the legacy he leaves behind. R.I.P Stan Lee 1922-2018
Mon, 19 Nov 2018 - 50min - 99 - Issue 96 - Escalating CON-Versations at ACCC 2018
Remember, remember! The fifth of November, the Comic Book Characters pod! Here's Issue 96, for your nerd news fix, And the highlights included thereof: Alamo City Comic Con-sternations Two Avengers set up to stream A Star Wars project dumped in the sarlacc pit?! Ewan McGregor visits the Casting Corner A haute Watchmen look for less Avengers 4 Antici....pation Two Marvel Netflix series getting the boot?! PRINT NEWS! About a certain spider girl James Gunn ...RELOADED Fresh news from the Walking Dead True believers, make no mistake, the caravan is coming...The Comic Book Character-van! CBC Pod back at it again! We all that and a Thanos snap!
Tue, 06 Nov 2018 - 1h 28min - 98 - Issue 95 - Venom: The Host With The Most
OMGHEREWEGO! True Believers, it's time for another issue of Comic Book Characters delivered at break-neck speed! Not only do we have a full traffic jam of nerd news, we've got Rivers Want's very own Richard Evans on board to help us get the VENOM up in 'em. Highlights include: A Marvel-ous new trailer No power in the Spiderverse can stop Alfred Are the Storm Troopers actually Russian?! A Hellboy that's all man Mouthwatering DC vidya gaem newz Sneaking a peek at Jake Gyllenhaal Hello, my name is Wade Wilson, you've seen my movie, prepare to die A big gamble on Gambit, yet again 200% more Phoenix news, both Dark and Joaquin GIMMEFUEL, GIMMEFIRE, GIMMEa couple of shots to bring us down from this energy! BONESAW'S READY!!
Wed, 10 Oct 2018 - 1h 26min - 97 - Issue 94 - We PG - 13 Venom
Don't wake up Green Day just yet, it's Mid-September and the Comic Book Characters “R” back! The guys have rested up, tipped a couple back, and rifled through Kevin Feige's garbage just long enough to get this pod back into the swing of things, just like your favorite Spider-Man character...BIG WHEEL! This issue features: Sony pulling their punches like a PG-13 year-old Spider-Man's selfie simulator Casting Corner! featuring: -A shake up for Supes and Bats -Grand Moff Matt Smith, the Doctor if you're nasty -A Ruby in a rough comment section ...and Captain Marvel's ready to step onto the stage as well! All that and a new sign-on format?! True Believers, for the low, low price of $Free.99, it's Issue 94!
Mon, 17 Sep 2018 - 1h 23min - 96 - Issue 93 - Comic - Con - Versations 4 With More Venom
In blazing sun, in scorching manner, no comic con shall escape the Comic Book Characters' banter! It's time for the guys to have another San Diego Comic Con-versation! From Teen Titans Go to the Movies to the Titans (Go Home, You're Drunk!) series, the guys have the hottest summer takes to enjoy poolside! 'Cause we hate sand, it gets everywhere... This issue also features: A letter from the GOTG Disney/Fox Merger finalization Drama on the New Mutants/Dark Phoenix productions Spider Gwen rebranding?! What if Marvel brought back “What If”? Batman wants you to keep it quiet, Hushhhhhh Casting Corner! featuring Y: The Last Man and Star Wars AND! The fresh batch of movie trailers from SDCC's Hall H! So sit back, relax, and let's get nerdy together!
Wed, 01 Aug 2018 - 2h 29min - 95 - Emergency Issue - James Gunn Fired By DisneySat, 21 Jul 2018 - 36min
- 94 - Issue 92 - Ant-Man & Wasp
Ant-Man & Wasp are back with fantastic fury! The guys give their take on the 20th (that's right!) MCU film to date! They also throw in trivia, behind the scenes, and Alfred's got an especially hot take on Ant-Man and the future of the MCU! Other topics covered this issue: Extended cut of Infinity War Birds of Prey Casting Corner with some Spidey and Star Wars news Cloak and Dagger Captain Marvel movie magic Gundam movie news The unfortunate passing of Steve Ditko. Sit back, relax, and let's get nerdy!
Tue, 10 Jul 2018 - 1h 25min - 93 - Issue 91 - The Incredible, Fantastic Mister Fox
The guys jump into a double movie review as they give their thoughts on Incredibles 2 and Solo! This week also features: Spider-Man: Enter the Spider-Verse update Wonder Woman 84 update A new TMNT movie on the way Disney makes power play for Fox properties Stranger Things are coming to a comic store near you The Ballad of Dueling Jokers Avengers 4 first look Stan Lee still in trouble The guys have thoughts on recent Walking Dead news So sit back, relax, and let's get nerdy together!
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 - 1h 22min - 92 - Issue 90 - Spawn & Deadpool Too
Time to make the chimichangas! It's Deadpool 2 review time as the fellas give their takes, throw out some trivia, and see where our favorite merc with a mouth is headed next! Other topics this week include: Casting Corner with Jake Gyllenhaal, Donald Glover, and Jamie Foxx! Logan director James Mangold's next project might just take him to a galaxy far, far away! A real life French Superhero! Kenobi plot news! Get comfy and let's get nerdy!
Thu, 31 May 2018 - 1h 20min - 91 - Issue 89 - Giant - Size Avengers Infinity War
This is it! The giant size Avengers: Infinity War episode! The guys cover the movie, with reactions, trivia, and predictions. But that's not all! This episode features EIGHT special guests that deep dive into the Infinity War experience! Find Div & Christine on their podcast @supermansplainmethis Find Nicole Jorge & The Alexandria Achieves @ www.alexandriaarchives.com/ Find Richard Evans & Rivers Want @ www.facebook.com/riverswantmusic/ Find James Bosquez @ twitter.com/JamesBosquez Find Jesse Camou @ www.youtube.com/channel/UCF_07h6tcDGTTN935NtCtBQ Find Marcus Rocco @ www.instagram.com/marcuscardenasrocco/ Get comfy, and maybe take a break in the middle, it's a long one ;) Join us on a journey across SPACE, and let's get nerdy!
Tue, 08 May 2018 - 2h 58min - 90 - Issue 88 - Teen Titans Oh No!
The guys get to the bottom of the controversy surrounding leaked images of "Titans" and shake out trailers for DP2 and Solo. The guys have seen Ready Player One, but is it game over or a AAA title? This week's hit list: Stan Lee in danger? Casting Corner featuring The Boys, Venom, and Fantastic Four Y: The Last Man update The reason for Deadpool: Animated Cancellation revealed! Black Panther on Black Jeopardy! Marvel's 1st Family coming back for good? So strap in and get comfy! It's nerding out time!
Fri, 20 Apr 2018 - 1h 09min - 89 - Issue 87 - The Infinity War Death Pool
The guys are back and with a hot new look to boot! This week it's all about that Death Pool for Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War! The guys and gals (of #SupermanSplainMeThis) take their best guesses as to who will bite the big one in A:IW! Other topics covered this week include: Black Panther Success Reactions to the newest Deadpool 2 Trailer Reactions to Cloak & Dagger Trailer Is Groot Dead? Casting Corner (It's a juicy one!) New Director News for WB and DC Comics A:IW Trailer reactions Downer Deadpool News Get comfy and let's get nerdy!
Wed, 28 Mar 2018 - 1h 21min - 88 - Issue 86 - Galactic Cruising
This guys are at it again with possibly the biggest Casting Corner of all time! Other topics covered include: Infinity War release date update Silver Surfer movie in the works Kristen Wiig in a surprising comic book movie role Whedon out on Batgirl? And who WB has in mind might surprise you Moon Girl coming to a TV screen near you Coates on Cap Mysterious MCU movie dates Get comfy, it's time to get nerdy! Let's do this!
Fri, 09 Mar 2018 - 1h 03min - 87 - Issue 85 - Black Panther Party
This is it! The guys review one of the most anticipated films for the year, Black Panther! But does it live up to the hype? This episode features special guest, Richard Evans of Rivers Want, and he goes deep into the nerd cave when we take a look at the Venom trailer! Other topics this week include: Obi-Wan Kenobi Lobo and Michael Bay Game of Thrones coming to Star Wars Stan Lee Lives! Get cozy, get nerdy, and let's do this!
Mon, 19 Feb 2018 - 1h 34min - 86 - Issue 84 - Venom & TomTom
Here's the rundown for this episode of Comic Book Characters! Tom Holland in Venom More Star Wars Nonense (All Male Cut) Wasp Costume Controversy Black Widow Movie Update Deadpool Up, New Mutants Down Where's Han Solo? Flash Update You Get a Harley Quinn! You Get a Harley Quinn! Old Woman Laura Casting Corner 1st Look at Capt Marvel Logan Primed for Academy Gold? Y: The Last Man Update Inhumans Season 2? You Don't Say!
Tue, 30 Jan 2018 - 1h 12min - 85 - Issue 83 - The 2017 Powies
This is it! The award show that some of you have been waiting for, the 2017 Powies! This year's categories include: Best New Character, Worst Thing to Happen in 2017, Best Villain, Best TV Show, Best Ensemble, Best Movie, and of course Best Comic Book Character. There's a lot of new ear candy (?!) in this one, so don't miss out! Happy new year and let's get nerdy together!
Wed, 10 Jan 2018 - 1h 38min - 84 - Issue 82 - The Last Jedi
This is it! The guys review Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Their thoughts and opinions are strong with the force, as they tackle the big controversies of the film: Snoke, Rey's Parents, Luke's path, and Space Leia! Finally, they discuss ownership, and what can be done to bring balance, to the Star War universe! Plus Porgs and trivia! Let's do this!
Mon, 25 Dec 2017 - 1h 51min - 83 - Issue 81 - Disney Domination
Big things are ahead for the MCU! But what does Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox really mean for the future of the MCU? The guy finally dig deep on Justice League, did Warner Bros. right ship? Or is the franchise lost at sea? A new Spider-Man movie is on the way, only Peter isn't under the mask! The guys look at Enter the Spider-Verse! And it's (spoiler alert) our new favorite streaming show, Marvel's Runaways, get a breakdown of this fun, new series from Hulu! Let's do this!
Wed, 13 Dec 2017 - 1h 11min - 82 - Avengers Infinity War Reactions
The guys give their reactions to the Avengers: Infinity War trailer and provide their predictions for what comes next! Find us @ www.facebook.com/kneelbeforepod
Thu, 30 Nov 2017 - 28min - 81 - Issue 80 - Ragnarok All Night Long
This is it! The guys give their thoughts on Thor: Ragnarok. Did the movie live up to the hype or break down faster than Mjolnir? Other touched on topics include: Black Panther, AOS, Shazam!, TMNT, and a huge writer changing homes! All that and more, let's do this!
Wed, 15 Nov 2017 - 1h 15min - 80 - Issue 79 - Rey Of Sunshine
It's trailer talk as the guys give their takes on Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Black Panther, Justice League, The New Mutants, and Runaways trailers! The early reviews are in for Thor: Ragnarok, but are they credible? Wonder Woman shoots next year and you won't believe who will be there. Then it's a shocking development for the Venom movie. Let's do this!
Mon, 23 Oct 2017 - 1h 00min - 79 - Issue 78 - A King With No Clothes
The fellas give their condolences on the passing of comic legend, Len Wein, which leads the way to the proposal of a new comic book character! What went right, wrong, and weird with Kingsman: The Golden Circle as the guys delve deep in the fall hit. Is the Inhumans fate already sealed? Some mysterious news surrounds the yet to debut show. Things aren't looking so hot for Marvel/Netlfix, but can the Punisher change their fortunes? Quick hits on Akira, A Superman extended release, Judge Dredd on Netlflix, and our 1st look at David Harbour as Hellboy! Finally things are in disarray at Disney as yet another director is ousted, but did they select the correct replacement? Let's do this!
Wed, 27 Sep 2017 - 1h 14min - 78 - Issue 77 - NinjaInk!
This week the fellas are joined by special guest, Timothy "NinjaInk" Lim. One of the featured cover artists for the upcoming Star Wars Adventures #1 comic book. The Warriors Three tackle The Defenders, and a surprising Joker movie announcement. Then Obi-Wan and his role in the Star Wars cinematic universe, a revealing Inhumans insight, and is there trouble in the land of the Walking Dead? Finally Cris and Alfred speak to the man of the hour, Timothy Lim about his life as an artist, illustrator, and just how awesome it is to share his designs with the world. Shout out to Morph! #MorphLives Don't forget to check out his exclusive variant cover for Heroes & Fantasies for IDW's Star Wars Adventures #1 coming this September!
Sun, 27 Aug 2017 - 1h 43min - 77 - Issue 76 - Comic Con - Versations 3
It's the holy grail of comic podcasts! The SDCC Recap episode! Filled with Avengers Infinity War, The Batman, Punisher, War Machine, Spider-Man PS4, Trailers for Justice League, Ready Player One, Thor: Ragnarock, Kingsman 2, and Defenders. Obi-Wan movie news, Spawn and Doctor Doom movie news! Batman Beyond rumblings? And who WON'T be in DC's Shazam! (Hint, it's not paper or scissors). C'mon let's do this!
Tue, 01 Aug 2017 - 1h 22min - 76 - Issue 75 - Spidey's Home
It's finally here! The episode (Alfred's) everyone's been waiting for! Spider-Man: Homecoming, the review! Cris and Alfred take you beat by beat along with triva tidbits, behind the scenes info and their take on the Sony/Marvel joint venture. Additionally The Batman may be in trouble, just what's going on with Han Solo, and could we see more Wonder Woman in Justice League? Let's do this!
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 - 1h 11min - 75 - Issue 74 - Carnival Of Carnage
The guys talk shop about the new big, bad to hit the Spidey-verse: Carnage! What role will he play in the upcoming Venom movie, and who should play him? Not all is peachy keen in the house of mouse as K-Fegs and Amy Pascal have a moment. We get a behind the scenes look at Avengers: Infinity War! Just what the hell is going on with Marvel Legacy (Hot Take Alert!), and we catch up on War Thor and Wonder Woman! A new Watchmen project is on the horizon but when and where? A quick peak at Deadpool 2 gets the hearts racing and boy oh boy you're going to want to see the new Spider-Man PS4 game footage! Let's do this!
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 - 1h 00min - 74 - Issue 73 - Wonder No More
The guys are back after a short summer break! They discuss the passing of Adam West and fondly remember their 1st experiences with the live action Batman. Wonder Woman took audiences by storm but did it live up to the hype for 2 comic nerds? Tom Hardy plants himself firmly on the Evans List, the guys take a look at Black Panther, Cowboy Bebop, Spider-Man (again!), and finally give a recap of this year's Alamo City Comic Con! Let's do this!
Tue, 13 Jun 2017 - 1h 39min - 73 - Issue 72 - Guardians Of The Freakin' Galaxy
The guys roll up their sleeves and dig deep into everything Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. What worked? What didn't? What can we expect moving forward? And a slew of trivia tidbits! Then it's onto Wonder Woman, Runaways, The Gifted, Donald Glover & Deadpool (!?), Hellboy, Inhumans (oh no!), and of course Spider-Man: Homecoming! Jump in the water's fine, let's do this!
Mon, 15 May 2017 - 1h 12min - 72 - Issue 71 - Kings, Cloaks, & Daggers
The guys get busy with a daring duo of dynamic trailers in Kingsman: Golden Circle and Freeform's Cloak & Dagger! Fox is getting ambitious with a trio of X-Universe films slated for 2018, but have they bitten off more than they can chew? A fan favorite director is circling the Flash, does he have the chops to keep up? Quick takes on a WWE/DC match made in heaven, Capcom's Marvel buster, and the final fate of NBC's Powerless. Finally it's back! What They Do? And trust me, you're not going to want to miss this one! Let's do this!
Sun, 30 Apr 2017 - 1h 12min - 71 - Issue 70 - A Friend From Work
This jam-packed episode launches with new trailers for Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Thor: Ragnarock! Which one are the guys anticipating most? Who's watching the Watchmen? Cris and Alfred are and they've got an update on the classic tale! Casting Corner is huge this week; Cable cast! Akira director found? And Dave Franco in the Bat-verse? Huge news for DC's Shazam. And let's just say Marvel's publishing brand is NOT having a good week. All that plus Defenders, Squirrel Girl, and Robert Kirkman's Invincible! Let's do this!
Sat, 15 Apr 2017 - 1h 13min - 70 - Issue 69 - Channel 6 Fools
Strange things are afoot in the CBC Universe, as the guys give some interesting takes on Justice League, a Batgirl project update, and the newest Spider-Man trailer. Other topics include Ghost in the Shell, Tim Duncan, and a first look at merchandise for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Let's do this!
Sat, 01 Apr 2017 - 1h 01min - 69 - Issue 68 - A League Of Their Own
The pod starts off on a sad note as we wish Mr. Bernie Wrigthson a fond farewell. Then could things finally be on track for the DCEU with our 1st look at Justice League. Has Marvel's midas touch run out with Iron First? We get a 1st look at the Spider-Man: Homecoming poster. A cool look at a fantastic fan-made Deadpool/Logan mash-up. What exactly is a War Thor? Casting corner puts it's sights on Deadpool. We take a look at the teaser for Netflix's Deathnote. Finally, what does Life have to do with a popular Spidey villain? All that and more! Let's do this!
Mon, 27 Mar 2017 - 1h 22min - 68 - Issue 67 - The Logan Of Us
This is it! The big, bad, bombastic look at Logan! The guys get down and dirty with the rated-R revelation. What does Logan mean for the future of Hugh Jackman, did the film live up to the hype and just where does Deadpool fit in to all this? It's 2017 and the Stan Lee alert is at level 5! What does his most recent announcement mean for him moving forward? Dynamic Deadpool news as Domino has been cast, so why are some up in arms? All that an more, let's do this!
Mon, 13 Mar 2017 - 1h 33min
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