Episode 42 of LRSM. Eddie and James B cover two Quentin Beck issues.  In this 66, Mysterio escapes from jail, a depressed Peter sells his bike.  Gwen Stacy and Peter spend a day in love before Mysterio lures Spider-Man into a trap.  In 67, The original Mysterio makes Spider-Man believe he has been shrunk down to six inches tall.  Also Captain Stacy and Joe Robertson compare notes, the Green Goblin nearly has his memory back and the first (unnamed) appearance of Randy Robertson.  Eddie and James B debate the new sponsor who joins the podcast.   They also discuss Mysterio in Far From Home. It's a guest- free episode.  Want to be a guest?  You too can find us on Twitter at @letsreadspidey.  We'd love to have you.

Episode 41 of LRSM.  Eddie and James B are joined by Luke CJ Smith of the Marvel A Day Project @MarvelADayProj to discuss the highs and lows of James B's role model, the wise old Vulture in the 1968 The Amazing Spider-Man issue 64.  Then Luke and J. Jonah Jameson want to unmask Spider-Man while he lies in the prison infirmary in The Amazing Spider-Man issue 65 while Eddie and Joe Robbie protest.  Harry Osborn has visions of Norman Osborn having visions of the Green Goblin and Captain Stacy tells Gwen Stacy that he has visions of Peter Parker with Mary Jane Watson!!!  Are you still with us?  A new sponsor joins the podcast.  Eddie succinctly summarizes the issues so you don't have to read them.  What more could you ask for? If you would like to appear as a guest like Luke did, reach out to us at @letsreadspidey or [email protected] for more information.

Episode 40 of LRSM.  Eddie and James B are joined by artist Lex Lalande @alala to discuss the artwork within The Amazing Spider-Man Annual 5 as Spider-Man travels to Algiers with an assist from Reed Richards and discovers what happened to his parents Richard Parker and Mary Parker.  While there he battles the Red Skull.  The Results of a Twitter Poll are revealed.  New royalty free police siren sound effects are debuted after the podcast in a special segment.  If you would like to appear as a guest, as Lex did, reach out to us at @letsreadspidey or [email protected] for more information.

Episode 39 of LRSM.  Eddie and James B are joined by Steven Tatum @stevenbtatum to discuss the social commentary within the 1968 The Amazing Spider-Man issue 62 as Spider-Man battles Medusa, one of the Inhumans.  Then the original Vulture is revealed to be still alive. He steals a second set of wings and frees the second Vulture, Blackie Drago, from prison.  Peter Parker pines for Gwen Stacy who cries in many panels.  A scared little boy opens the issue and frightened little boy makes an appearance at the end.  J. Johan Jameson loses not one, but two cigars as they fly from his mouth.  Norman Osborn has more visions of the Green Goblin and unmasking Peter Parker.   A new sponsor joins the podcast.  What more could you ask for!!! If you would like to appear as a guest, reach out to us at @letsreadspidey or [email protected] for more information.

Episode 38 of LRSM covers three issues.  In this trilogy, Mary Jane Watson gets a dancing gig at a club, but the club is, in fact, a trap to brainwash important individuals. Spider-Man discovers that the Kingpin is behind it all and battles him along with a brainwashed Captain Stacy who eventually is used as bait to trap Spider-Man.  Eddie and James B debate if Gwen should be mad at Peter or her father when Peter provides the Daily Bugle incriminating photos of her dad.  A new sponsor joins the podcast.  The podcast gets it's first tweet.  Want to contact us? You too can find us on Twitter at @letsreadspidey.

Episode 37 of LRSM.  Eddie and James B are joined by Sara Pezel of The Daily Spider Panel @spider_panel to discuss issue The Amazing Spider-Man Annual 4 in which Spider-Man teams up with the Human Torch for 41 pages to make a Hollywood movie and then battle the secret lovers Mysterio and the Wizard.  Warning to our young listeners JJJ swears in the issue (well technically Eddie does).  Also Eddie and Sara share their favorite lines.  Sara shares her Spider-Man experiences at 2021 Comic Con.  A new sponsor joins the podcast.  We'd love to hear your feedback on this issue or podcast.  All complaints should be addressed to Eddie at [email protected] and all compliments and praise to James B on twitter @letsreadspidey.

Episode 36 of LRSM.  James B and Eddie compare the 1960's comic book to the fourth movie in which Peter Parker once again gains spider-like powers, including super-strength, enhanced reflexes, an involuntary "spider sense" that warns him of incoming danger, and the ability to climb walls.  Following a personal tragedy, he decides to use his newfound powers for good, and begins fighting crime and injustice as The Amazing Spider-Man against Doctor Curt Connors the Lizard in the 2012 film.  Also a brand new sponsor joins the podcast.  We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast at [email protected] or @letsreadspidey.  Reach out to us if you would like to appear on an upcoming episode.

Episode 35 of LRSM.  Eddie and James B discuss issue 57 in which Spider-Man battles Ka-Zar. At the end of the issue, Spider-Man's memory returns.  In issue 58 Professor Smythe returns with a second Spider-Slayer and works with JJJ to capture and kill Spider-Man.   Eddie plays a game about Ka-zar.  James B gives a short update on the ladies.   After the credits, Eddie and James B discuss their real feelings about Aunt May, Gwen Stacy, Zabu and many other parts of the issues.  We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast at [email protected] or @letsreadspidey on Twitter.  

Episode 34 of LRSM features Steve "Eddie" Ditko and John "James B" Romita discussing how Doctor Octopus steals the Nullifier and uses it on Spider-Man, causing him to forget who he is.  Later, having lost his memory, Spider-Man helps Doctor  Octopus and John Jameson repays a debt to Spider-Man.  These issues feature the first appearance of Retried Police Captain George Stacy who handles a phone call from his worried daughter, Gwen.  James B adds even more royalty free sound effects to the podcast.  Eddie plays a game about what occurred in these two issues.   The LRSM inbox has an e-mail!   Would you like to send in an e-mail?  We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast at [email protected] or @letsreadspidey on Twitter.  Also reach out to us if you would like to appear on an upcoming episode.

Episode 33 of LRSM discusses Dr. Octopus returning to steal a powerful device known as "The Nullifier". He sets a trap for Spider-Man and believes he has killed him.  In issue 54 The Tentacles and the Trap! Doctor Octopus becomes a boarder at Aunt May's house. Spider-Man battles him, but Aunt May suffers a heart attack.  The first two issues of a 4-issue run against Doc Ock.  We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast at [email protected] or @letsreadspidey on Twitter.  Also reach out to us if you would like to appear on an upcoming episode.