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Whether to boost sales, reflect the times, or give creative teams new inspiration, character redesigns are a frequent trope found in comic books; however not all redesigns are created equal. The G3eks team of Jeff Wooten, Richard Patterson, and Gary Lee call out their choices for the “what were they thinking” worst redesigns of all time—yet find time at the end to point out those redesigns that DO work. Let us know your selections in the comments. (01:11:00) 

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What four monumental comic book characters make up the "Mount Rushmore of Marvel?" Spider-Man and Wolverine seem no-brainers, but are they? What other super-heroes (or super-villains) can be considered? Have movies and streaming replaced comic books as the primary driver of this discussion today? The G3eks team of Jeff Wooten, Richard Patterson, and Gary Lee looks at all these angles before picking their “essential” four. And be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments! (46:53)  

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A post-episode record, off-the-cuff conversation begins with a critique of a Venom sketch drawn by panelist Gary Lee and a look at that character’s design evolution. Then we move into a variety of some of the G3ek-iest comic book topics imaginable: Long-game villain plans, Superman mullets, Jim Starlin’s destructive tendencies, cThe Matador and El Aguillar, creator interactions, and more! WARNING or SELLING POINT: Strong language advisory for some portions of the conversation. (29:46)  

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Comic books are not just about key issues and epic storylines. Sometimes there are those series that are solid reads yet unfortunately have fallen through the cracks of the general comics fandom. The G3eks team suggests some “under-rated” comic book gems that might become reader favorites if they come across them. BONUS: A ten-minute pre-show conversation about comic books in general starts the episode. (1:07:00) 

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Pull up a chair and join our casual comic book-related conversation around the G3eks virtual comics shop. We’re starting off with the recent, record-breaking art auction featuring original pages from Superman #75 and springing off into whatever topics come across our mind (blind bags, Art Adams, Miracleman v. Watchmen, title logos, etc.) Thumbnail art: All apologies to the late Everett E. Hibbard. “ (1:05:30)

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DC Comics’ “The Judas Contract” (New Teen Titans #42-44, Annual #3) has long been considered one of the greatest super-hero comic book stories of all-time. So just what is it about this story that generates such a passionate response? Are readers missing more to the story if they only read the trade collection? Have plot and character controversies dimmed its power today? What do Dick Grayson and Tom Cruise have in common? It’s time for a Re-Read from the G3eks crew. 

Join our “comic book club” for a spoiler-filled discussion about this far-reaching and influential story and whether it truly deserves its classic status. 

Thumbnail art: George Peréz and John Starcuzzi. “ (2:05:15)

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“What I can do is sell a comic drawn by Michelangelo and written by my dog, but what I cannot do is sell a book written by William Shakespeare but drawn by my mom.” The quote from a Todd McFarlane interview recently resurfaced on the Internet. Is that sentiment still relevant? What is the driving force behind comic book experience—the writing or the art? Are people under-selling the writing talents of McFarlane’s dog? The G3eks team gives their analysis and answers to these four-color questions. (01:16:57)

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The G3eks team strolls down memory lane looking at how comic book buying (newsstand, direct market, online, etc.) has evolved during their lifetimes. But has it improved? And what's up with the convention stories? Quit yelling at clouds and take a listen! (01:27:00)

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The readers have spoken, and now it’s time for the G3eks team to speak about their reactions to the comic book creator runs chosen #11-100 in the recent Top 100 of All Time compiled by Brian Cronin of cbr.com. 

What were some of the surprises they found? What were some of the creator snubs that riled them up? 

The entire Top 100 list can be accessed at https://www.cbr.com/2024-top-comic-books-runs-of-all-time-the-master-list/. Let us know your surprises and snubs from this list in the comments section. (Runtime: 01:03:40)

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The readers have spoken, and now it’s time for the G3eks team to speak about their reactions to the comic book creator runs chosen as the Top 10 of All Time compiled by Brian Cronin of cbr.com. What’s too low? What’s too high? What’s just right? You can read the entire list at https://www.cbr.com/2024-top-comic-books-runs-of-all-time-the-master-list/. And please let us know your choices in the comments section. (Runtime: 01:27:23)

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