June 01, 2025

Funny Book Forensics 395 Ricklelicious

1 hour 24 minutes

Greg and Dan review Jack Kirby's Jimmy Olsen #141 oh goody the Rickles storyline is over. We also reflect on the legacy of prolific writer Peter David, his significant contributions to the comic book industry and pop culture.

Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:33 Remembering Peter David
02:12 Peter David's Prolific Career
04:59 Peter David's Impact on Comics
12:52 Peter David's Work in Other Media
19:32 Comic Book Reviews and Discussions
27:48 Don Rickles in Comics
45:45 Coaching Controversy
46:46 Don Rickles' Remarks
47:14 Light Ray and Clark Kent
47:48 The Science of Light
48:34 Grimbor and Daddy L
49:58 The Guardian's Battle
51:11 Jimmy and Goody on Fire
01:00:40 Rickles and the Bomb Squad
01:09:12 Final Thoughts on Jack Kirby's Work

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