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Welcome to Kudos Kirby, a comics journey into Jack Kirby’s lesser known works. Angus will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover those hidden gems from “The King of Comics” over 20,000 comic book pages! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

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Challengers of the Unknown will be the Jack Kirby work profiled on Kudos Kirby in 2020! 

Each month we will cover a single issue from this collection.

2020 

January - SHOWCASE #6 

February - SHOWCASE #7

 March - SHOWCASE #11 

April - SHOWCASE #12 

May - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #1 

June - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #2 

July - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #3 

August - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #4 

September - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #5 

October - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #6 

November - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #7 

December - CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #8

https://www.comixology.com/Challengers-of-the-Unknown-by-Jack-Kirby/digital-comic/603913

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Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe.  This fourth episode delves into the rescue of Princess Leia and the clash between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan in this exciting Issue #4! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

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Star Wars (1977-1986) #4

https://www.comixology.com/Star-Wars-1977-1986-4/digital-comic/266905

Obi-Wan vs Darth Vader! Plus, can Han and Luke rescue Leia?

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This series is dedicated in loving memory of Charley Lippincott, who George Lucas hired in late 1975 to join the first Star Wars production as Vice President of Advertising, Publicity, Promotion & Merchandising. He is responsible for Star Wars comics becoming a reality with Marvel! The Force will be with him, always.

Angus hosts a brief retrospective celebrating the Two Year Anniversary of the podcast and expresses gratitude for all of the listeners and active members of the Kirby's Kids community. He also thanks fellow 'Kids' Ray, JJ, and Doc for their contributions and support! Check out Doc's work at CBR https://www.cbr.com/author/scott-shoyer/. Angus is also joined by Comics Cowboy Troy who performs a dramatic reading of the 2021 Kirby's Kids Graphic Novel Reading List selections.

KIRBY’S KIDS GRAPHIC NOVEL READING LIST FOR 2021

January - VERTIGO MONTH - Fables Vol. 1: Legends in Exile

https://www.comixology.com/Fables-Vol-1-Legends-in-Exile/digital-comic/48288

February - The Metabarons: Digital Omnibus

https://www.comixology.com/The-Metabarons-Digital-Omnibus/digital-comic/882426

March - APPENDIX N MONTH - Barbarian Life: A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian (Volume 1) 

https://www.amazon.com/Barbarian-Life-Literary-Biography-Conan-ebook/dp/B07L7N392D

&

Conan The Barbarian Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years - The Coming Of Conan

https://www.comixology.com/Conan-The-Barbarian-Epic-Collection-The-Original-Marvel-Years-The-Coming-Of-Conan/digital-comic/851628

April - Green Lantern/Green Arrow

https://www.comixology.com/Green-Lantern-Green-Arrow/digital-comic/60663

May - IMAGE COMICS MONTH - The Red Star Vol. 1

https://www.comixology.com/The-Red-Star-Vol-1/digital-comic/155823

June - Planet of the Apes Archive Vol. 1

https://www.comixology.com/Planet-of-the-Apes-Archive-Vol-1/digital-comic/537264

July - DARK HORSE COMICS MONTH - Danger Unlimited

https://www.comixology.com/Danger-Unlimited/digital-comic/30088

&

John Byrne's Classic Next Men Vol. 1

https://www.comixology.com/John-Byrnes-Classic-Next-Men-Vol-1/digital-comic/26312

August - JACK ‘KING’ KIRBY MONTH - The Demon by Jack Kirby

https://www.comixology.com/The-Demon-by-Jack-Kirby/digital-comic/582106

&

Demon Knights (2011-2013) Vol. 1: Seven Against the Dark

https://www.comixology.com/Demon-Knights-2011-2013-Vol-1-Seven-Against-the-Dark/digital-comic/56798

September - MANGA MONTH - Battle Angel Alita Vol. 1

https://www.comixology.com/Battle-Angel-Alita-Vol-1/digital-comic/521616

October - HALLOWEEN HORROR MONTH - The EC Archives: Tales from the Crypt Vol. 1

https://www.comixology.com/The-EC-Archives-Tales-from-the-Crypt-Vol-1/digital-comic/458438

November - ALAN MOORE MONTH - Promethea: 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Book One

https://www.comixology.com/Promethea-20th-Anniversary-Deluxe-Edition-Book-One/digital-comic/759601

December - Archie Christmas Classics

https://www.comixology.com/Archie-Christmas-Classics/digital-comic/14846

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KUDOS KIRBY - Machine Man by Kirby & Ditko: The Complete Collection

https://www.comixology.com/Machine-Man-by-Kirby-Ditko-The-Complete-Collection/digital-comic/405687

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Angus uncovers the first appearance of the John Constantine character in Swamp Thing Vol 2 #37.

Please share your impressions once you have read:

Swamp Thing (1982-1996) #37

https://www.comixology.com/Swamp-Thing-1982-1996-37/digital-comic/8111

What does it take to grow a Swamp Thing? Find out in "Growth Patterns," as the being regrows himself one day--and leaf--at a time! John Constantine makes his comic book debut as an evil peers into the DC Universe.

Our Graphic Novel for Halloween Horror Month is John Constantine, Hellblazer Vol. 5:

John Constantine, Hellblazer Vol. 5: Dangerous Habits (New Edition)

This new HELLBLAZER collection features several tales never before collected, including a look at John Constantine's rough and tumble childhood and the beginnings of his unique skills. Then, in some of the earliest stories from PREACHER writer Garth Ennis, John Constantine is dying. As a sorcerer literally haunted by the demons of his past, John is no stranger to mystic bedevilment or supernatural horror. But it's his chain smoking that ultimately brings death to Constantine's front door. John Constantine has lung cancer. Though condemned to hell, Constantine continues to laugh in the face of this all-too-serious world.

Discussion Schedule:

10/16 - #34 thru #39

10/30 - #40 thru #46

Our Comic Book Character for Halloween Horror Month is Werewolf By Night:

Werewolf By Night: The Complete Collection Vol. 1

Jack Russell stars in tales to make you howl, as Marvel's very own Werewolf! Learn how Jack became one of the grooviest ghoulies of the seventies in this classic collection of his earliest adventures! Afflicted with his family's curse, Jack's on a search for answers - could they lie in the terrible tome known as the Darkhold? But Jack's quest is fraught with danger -from mad monks to big game hunters to a traveling freak show! Then there's the terror of Tatterdemalion, the horror of Hangman and the torment of Taboo! But few encounters can compare with Krogg, the lurker from beyond - except, maybe, a Marvel Team-Up with Spider-Man...and a supernatural showdown with Dracula himself!

Discussion Schedule:

10/7 - Marvel Spotlight #2,#3,#4 & Werewolf By Night #1,#2

10/14 - Werewolf By Night #3, #4, #5, #6, #7

10/21 - Werewolf By Night #8, #9, #10, #11 & Marvel Team-Up #12

10/28 - Werewolf By Night #12, #13, #14, #15 & Tomb Of Dracula #18

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Angus introduces the two selections for Halloween Horror Month. 

Our Comic Book Character for Halloween Horror Month is Werewolf By Night:

Werewolf By Night: The Complete Collection Vol. 1

Jack Russell stars in tales to make you howl, as Marvel's very own Werewolf! Learn how Jack became one of the grooviest ghoulies of the seventies in this classic collection of his earliest adventures! Afflicted with his family's curse, Jack's on a search for answers - could they lie in the terrible tome known as the Darkhold? But Jack's quest is fraught with danger -from mad monks to big game hunters to a traveling freak show! Then there's the terror of Tatterdemalion, the horror of Hangman and the torment of Taboo! But few encounters can compare with Krogg, the lurker from beyond - except, maybe, a Marvel Team-Up with Spider-Man...and a supernatural showdown with Dracula himself!

Discussion Schedule:

10/7 - Marvel Spotlight #2,#3,#4 & Werewolf By Night #1,#2

10/14 - Werewolf By Night #3, #4, #5, #6, #7

10/21 - Werewolf By Night #8, #9, #10, #11 & Marvel Team-Up #12

10/28 - Werewolf By Night #12, #13, #14, #15 & Tomb Of Dracula #18

Our Graphic Novel for Halloween Horror Month is John Constantine, Hellblazer Vol. 5:

John Constantine, Hellblazer Vol. 5: Dangerous Habits (New Edition)

This new HELLBLAZER collection features several tales never before collected, including a look at John Constantine's rough and tumble childhood and the beginnings of his unique skills. Then, in some of the earliest stories from PREACHER writer Garth Ennis, John Constantine is dying. As a sorcerer literally haunted by the demons of his past, John is no stranger to mystic bedevilment or supernatural horror. But it's his chain smoking that ultimately brings death to Constantine's front door. John Constantine has lung cancer. Though condemned to hell, Constantine continues to laugh in the face of this all-too-serious world.

Discussion Schedule:

10/16 - #34 thru #39

10/30 - #40 thru #46

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Angus reviews a documentary on the history and making of the epic anime series "Space Battleship Yamato" also known as "Star Blazers" in celebration of Manga Month! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

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Space Battleship Yamato: The Making of an Anime Legend

https://youtu.be/fMJD_Zt1JNo

https://www.amazon.com/Space-Battleship-Yamato-Making-Legend/dp/B0009QTS08/

Our Graphic Novel For September In Celebration Of MANGA Month Was:

Astro Boy Volume 1 & 2 - Osamu Tezuka

Dark Horse proudly presents one of the crown jewels of manga—Astro Boy! Created by the late Osamu Tezuka, a revered animator and cartoonist (who created over 150,000 pages of comics in his career!) considered the Walt Disney of Japan, Astro Boy was the first manga series to be adapted to animation and became a worldwide phenomenon, making Astro Boy the Mickey Mouse of anime-a jet-powered, super-strong, evil-robot-bashing, alien-invasion-smashing Mickey Mouse, that is! Exciting, whimsical, and touching, Astro Boy hearkens back to the classic era of comics and animation, featuring stories that readers young and old will enjoy.

Our Comic Book Character Of The Month For September Was Captain Okita of Space Battleship Yamato:

Space Battleship Yamato: Digital Edition

Leiji Matsumoto's original science fiction masterpiece, first introduced to Western audiences as Star Blazers! It is the year 2199. The Gamilans, a hostile alien race, have bombarded the Earth, rendering it virtually uninhabitable and edging humanity to the verge of extinction. Mankind's last, best hope for survival is the Space Battleship Yamato, a legendary spaceship newly equipped with a faster-than-light drive and advanced weaponry. Its mission: to travel to the distant planet of Iscandar and obtain a mysterious device that could heal our planet. Can Yamato's ragtag crew traverse the galaxy, defeat an overwhelming alien force, and return home in time to save the Earth from certain destruction?

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In celebration of Manga Month Angus reviews Star Blazers 2199 The Complete Series. The original 1974 foundational anime work would spark a pop culture phenomenon and inspire the anime industry for decades to come! This faithful adaptation of that original work is the ultimate viewing experience for any fan of the series or any new fans of space opera anime. We are off to outer space ... Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

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Star Blazers 2199: Space Battleship Yamato - The Complete Series

https://www.funimation.com/shows/star-blazers/

https://www.amazon.com/Star-Blazers-2199-Battleship-Complete/dp/B081KQ4LZG/

Or for a deeper dive to compare and contrast with the original series:

Star Blazers original series

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl1i3YZmH6CfqlaWyK6O9hcYxlfzcc45I

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In celebration of Manga Month Angus reviews Space Battleship Yamato the classic collection by Manga and Anime legend Leiji Matsumoto. This foundational work would inspire the Space Battleship Yamato / Star Blazers anime that would influence the industry for decades to come! We are off to outer space ... Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected]. 

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Space Battleship Yamato: Digital Edition 

https://www.comixology.com/Space-Battleship-Yamato-Digital-Edition/comics-series/128176 

Leiji Matsumoto's original science fiction masterpiece, first introduced to Western audiences as Star Blazers! It is the year 2199. The Gamilans, a hostile alien race, have bombarded the Earth, rendering it virtually uninhabitable and edging humanity to the verge of extinction. Mankind's last, best hope for survival is the Space Battleship Yamato, a legendary spaceship newly equipped with a faster-than-light drive and advanced weaponry. Its mission: to travel to the distant planet of Iscandar and obtain a mysterious device that could heal our planet. Can Yamato's ragtag crew traverse the galaxy, defeat an overwhelming alien force, and return home in time to save the Earth from certain destruction? 

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JJ and Angus journey into the "Grelliverse" and land on "Earth Grell" to discuss two masterworks by the independent creative genius that is Mike Grell! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

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Starslayer

https://www.comixology.com/Starslayer/digital-comic/498130

A Celtic warrior from the days of the Roman Empire is transported into the distant future by his wife's descendant and compelled to join the crew of the spaceship Jolly Roger in their resistance to totalitarian rule on Earth. A wildly popular classic comic appears for the first time in a collection of the "Director's Cut" of the series, originally published by Windjammer at Valiant, but also including a wealth of extras including sketches and commentary from legendary comic creator Mike Grell.

and

Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters

A new edition of Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters collecting the 3-issue 1987 miniseries. Oliver Queen gives up his trick arrows and settles down in Seattle with Dinah Lance. But Ollie's world collides with one of unspeakable violence involving the beautiful and mysterious archer known as Shado.

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JJ and Angus journey into the "Grelliverse" and land on "Earth Grell" to discuss two masterworks by the independent creative genius that is Mike Grell! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to [email protected].

Please share your impressions once you have read:

Starslayer

https://www.comixology.com/Starslayer/digital-comic/498130

A Celtic warrior from the days of the Roman Empire is transported into the distant future by his wife's descendant and compelled to join the crew of the spaceship Jolly Roger in their resistance to totalitarian rule on Earth. A wildly popular classic comic appears for the first time in a collection of the "Director's Cut" of the series, originally published by Windjammer at Valiant, but also including a wealth of extras including sketches and commentary from legendary comic creator Mike Grell.

and 

Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters

A new edition of Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters collecting the 3-issue 1987 miniseries. Oliver Queen gives up his trick arrows and settles down in Seattle with Dinah Lance. But Ollie's world collides with one of unspeakable violence involving the beautiful and mysterious archer known as Shado.

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