(Recorded February 10, 2018)

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Spider-Gwen #28 and Spider-Man #237

We’re back! In this bumper episode, Brian and Jack get into all kinds of truth as we discover the origin of our favorite villain The Kingpin in Spider-Gwen #28! Then it’s a family affair as things get complicated for Miles in Spider-Man #237. We’ll also share some of your listener feedback and check in with the news about what’s next for Miles’ *other* series, Champions!

* 0:00 – Intro

* 2:32 – Spider-Gwen #28 – A story about two sides of the same coin…and being punched in the face by the truth. Matt and Gwen: Kylo and Rey? Considering three of the most powerful panels in the entire series. Uncle Ben-65’s take on Power and Responsibility. Jack’s head is ready to explode.

* 18:39 – Our three word summaries of the issue and Listener Feedback.

* 21:37 – All change for the Champions: Maybe something we’ll check out? Plus a brief ASMR confession.

* 26:24 – Spider-Man #237 – Pancakes! A successful arc for Rio. The Bombshells drama takes an uncomfortable turn. An out-of-place (out-of order?) moment with Hobgoblin. Jefferson vs. Aaron and how that could lead to Miles becoming Spy-D.

* 47:35 – Our three word summaries of the issue and Listener Feedback.

* 52:24 – Outro; What did *you* think of these issues? Let us know! And coming up…

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* Reviews for Spider-Gwen #28

* Jim Zub taking over Champions with issue #19 (April 2018)

* Jim’s thoughts on maintaining continuity with Miles’ and other characters’ solo books

* Reviews for Spider-Man #237

* Did Uncle Aaron learn about post-battle pancakes from Prince?

* Abner Jenkins is Mach VII

* Dick Grayson is…Grayson!

* All-New Amazing Spider-Talk Season 2 premiere – featuring Gerry Conway

Soundtrack for Spider-Man #237 (suggestions from listener Lawrence Minor II):

For Aaron Davis, his misdeeds means he only…

“Human” – Rag’n’Bone Man

Good to know that despite the trials and tribulations in their relationship, Rio and Jefferson will…

“Rise Up” – Andra Day

This is what the trials of life does at times Lana, just stay strong I’m sure help is on the way…

“Bring Me Down (Edited)” – Kanye West (feat. Brandy)

Also check out:

* Jack’s website;  Podcasts: The Super 8-Bit Power Hour; Four-Colour Corner;