This week we dive into the origin of the controversial comic artist Mike Diana, who sought to create the "most offense zine ever made." A listener email explains how the release of a million balloons over the skies of Cleveland led to civilian deaths.

Episode Tabs:

Mike Diana Comics (TRIGGER WARNING!)

https://mikedianacomix.com/

Listener Tabs:

When Cleveland Released 1.5 million Balloons and Two Men Died

https://rarehistoricalphotos.com/cleveland-balloons-1986/

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