In this episode of Weekly Polls Pick of the Week, hosts Mike and Steve, along with guest Jared, dive into a variety of new comic book releases. They discuss the excitement surrounding the DC All In Special, the humor of Gru, the gruesome tales in Hello Darkness, and the surreal experiences in Paranoid Gardens. The conversation also touches on the disappointing writing in Fire and Ice and the mixed reception of Babs, while Steve reflects on his ongoing relationship with Spawn despite its lack of story progression. The episode showcases a blend of humor, critique, and nostalgia as the hosts explore the current comic book landscape. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various comic book titles, exploring adaptations, character development, and artistic styles. The conversation also highlights the significance of artwork in comics, the impact of nostalgia, and personal recommendations for readers. Each segment offers insights into the themes and narratives that resonate with both the hosts and their audience.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

01:30
Exploring the DC All In Special

07:00
The Return of Gru: A Humorous Adventure

10:17
Diving into Hello Darkness: A Gruesome Tale

13:12
High Street: A Purgatorial Journey

15:56
Convert: Alien Encounters and Exposition

18:33
Paranoid Gardens: A Surreal Experience

23:01
Fire and Ice: A Disappointing Fantasy

25:52
Babs: A Mixed Bag of Humor and Fantasy

29:04
Spawn: Nostalgia vs. Story Progression

31:22
Nostalgia in Comics: A Look Back at the 90s

32:32
Exploring Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys: Adaptation Insights

35:00
Magic Order 5: A New Twist on Magic

37:36
The Creeping Below: Art and Storytelling

39:35
Saga 69: Parenting in a Sci-Fi Universe

43:02
Minor Arcana: Dream Worlds and Character Depth

46:35
Life Number One: Dual Stories in a Sci-Fi Setting

50:07
Ice Cream Man 41: Gruesome Tales and Unexpected Twists

53:40
Picks of the Week: Highlights and Recommendations

01:04:33
Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Us

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Co-Hosts:

Jarrod

Varsha

Chris

Jose

Carl D. Albert (author)

Thomas J. Devens (author)

Alex French (author)

Intro and Outro Music by Michael R. Fletcher (2024-Current)