
(Recorded September 17, 2016)

In this episode, Brian rejoins Kyle and Jack just in time for Miles to join the events of Civil War II. Unfortunately, we’re not exactly thrilled about it and talk about the reasons why the issue didn’t work for us. There’s also the bigger question…was bringing Miles into the main Marvel universe a good idea?

* 0:00 – Intro
* 2:02 – Spider-Man #8: Two stories in one, with neither being particularly satisfying. Empty sentiments, padded scenes, not connecting with art. Will Miles always be a passive character in his own series? Why did he need to “come over” while Gwen-65 (and now 1987 married Peter) are free to do their own thing?
* 32:53 – Our three-word summaries. What do *you* think? Let us know!
* 35:10 – Outro. Want to review Miles and Gwen for Superior Spider-Talk? Get in touch with the team!

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* Brian’s review of Spider-Man #8 at Superior Spider-Talk
* Black Panther by Ta-Nehisi Coates
* Renew Your Vows: The Series!

Also check out:

* Kyle on Twitter
* Kyle’s site: Nerds Unchained. Interested in writing for the site? Just let Kyle know!
* Jack on Twitter; Jack’s show: Inter-Comics Podcast
* Brian’s site
* Our opening theme courtesy of Kevin D. Hartnell

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(Recorded July 12, 2018)

In our final episode, Brian and Jack get to close things out with an exclusive in-depth “exit interview” (or is that exit Gwenterview?) with Spider-Gwen’s writer and co-creator Jason Latour!
In a conversation that mirrors the spirit of the book, we dig into some big ideas while simultaneously going in all kinds of directions. We talk about Spider-Gwen’s spirit of risk, the power of consequence, and how the series continually defied expectations as part of a unique and personal search for the truth. We unpack the ideas of the series finale, discuss the Spider-Verse trailer and consider where Gwen could go next. We learn more about the upcoming “Spider-Ben” story, get clues about the lost Earth-65 books (!) and hints about Jason’s next project for Marvel. There’s even time for quantum physics and of course, for corn dogs.
Be sure to stick around after the interview, as Jack and Brian offer some final thoughts, share some reflections from our listeners, and bid a fond farewell to Ultimate Spin.
THANK YOU for listening and for your support over the years! It’s been a blast!

* 0:00 – Intro
* 2:28 – In Conversation with Jason Latour: Digging into Spider-Gwen’s themes of Great Power and Great Accountability to find a different take on the Spider-Man mythos. Wearing the mask releases your inhibitions, but then you have to wrestle with the consequences of those inhibitions not being present. Letting go of the fear of failure while in pursuit of the truth. Embracing the craziness of comic books and recapturing the Saturday Morning Cartoon vibe. Considering the finale and looking to the future.
* 1:22:19 – Listener Thoughts, Thank Yous, and Farewell

You can find Jason at:

* Twitter
* Instagram

Our sincere thanks to Jason for taking the time out of his busy schedule to chat with us!
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Episode 100: Exit Gwenterview – In Conversation with Spider-Gwen writer and co-creator Jason Latour!

(Recorded July 7, 2018)
Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology!
This is it! Brian and Jack reflect on the passing of Gwen’s co-creator Steve Ditko, consider the latest casting announcement for the Spider-Verse film, and take a closer look at Spider-Gwen #34, reflecting on how the series finale ties its themes together with a layered heart-to-heart between our hero and *her* hero.

* 0:00 – Intro; Steve Ditko; Spider-Verse movie casting news
* 7:35 – Spider-Gwen #34 – After playing a marathon rock concert, Team Spider-Gwen unplugs to close the show with a thoughtful acoustic number. Miles’ finale similarities. The payoff of the long-awaited Stacy reunion. Owning your identity when life redefines it for you (and keeping yourself honest). Ideas we’d have liked to liked to have seen more of. Our personal high points (and not-as-high points) for the overall series.
* 40:22 – Our three word summaries of the series.
* 42:06 – Outro; What did *you* think of the series finale? Let us know! And coming up…what’s in store for Episode 100?

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* Reviews for Spider-Gwen #34
* RIP Steve Ditko
* In Search of Steve Ditko documentary
* Amazing Spider-Talk Ditko tribute episode
* Nicolas Cage joins Into The Spider-Verse as Spider-Man Noir
* Nicolas Cage loses his **** (NSFW language!)
* Join the Amazing Spider-Slack! From our friends at the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast!
* Brian visits the Untold Talks of Spider-Man podcast
* “NAO SWEATCH TO KRYP-TO-NAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIGHT???”

Also check out:

* Jack’s website;  Podcasts: The Super 8-Bit Power Hour; Four-Colour Corner; The Sequelisers!
* Brian’s Twitter/Instagram/Podcasts/assorted nonsense
* Our “Mary Janes” style theme and recap music by Chris Postill at Sounds Like An Earful

Links:

* Ultimate Spin at iTunes
* Ultimate Spin at Stitcher
* Ultimate Spin at Google Play
* <a href="https://open.spotify.

Episode 99: The Gwend (Spider-Gwen 34)

(Recorded June 24, 2018)
Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology!
In this episode, it seems to be darkest before the dawn as Brian and Jack take a closer look at the harsh and risky penultimate chapter of the saga in Spider-Gwen #33.

* 0:00 – Intro; Catching up with recent Miles and Gwen-related news. What the movie could mean for other Spider-Heroes. New stuff to pick up and new titles on the way from the creative team!
* 15:17 – Spider-Gwen #33 – Harsh, relentless, brutal (thank goodness for the lighter bookends). A powerful cover sets the tone for the darkest chapter yet. Navigating transitions and figuring out Gwen’s plan. Speculating on how this could all end (we have no idea).
* 41:40 – Our three word summaries of the issue (and a surprising match!)
* 42:33 – Outro; What did *you* think of this issue (and the trailer)? Let us know! And coming up…

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* The TRAILER!!!!



* Reviews for Spider-Gwen #33
* Robbi Rodriguez relaunches DC Vertigo with Goddess Mode!
* Coming soon in Spider-Geddon: Spider-Ben!
* Miles in Venom #3 by Cates and Stegman
* Venom by Cullen Bunn
* Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man Omnibus
* A Silk movie?
* How big are those pythons?
* Dancing on the Ceiling
* Suicide Squad
* Join the Amazing Spider-Slack! From our friends at the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast!
* Brian visits the Untold Talks of Spider-Man podcast

Also check out:

* Jack’s website;  Podcasts: The Super 8-Bit Power Hour; Four-Colour Corner; The Sequelisers!
* Brian’s Twitter/Instagram/Podcasts/assorted nonsense
* Our “Mary Janes” style theme by Chris Postill at Sounds Like An Earful

Links:

* Ultimate Spin at iTunes
* Ultimate Spin at Stitcher

Episode 98: Gwenitentiary (Spider-Gwen 33)

(Recorded June 3 and June 7, 2018)
Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology!
In this episode, Brian and Jack ponder honesty vs. truth as the confrontation with the Kingpin comes to a head in the complex and stunning Spider-Gwen #32. We also catch up with Miles’ recent appearances in other titles and OHMYGODDIDYOUSEETHESPIDERVERSETRAILER?!?!?!?!?

* 0:00 – Intro; Catching up with Miles’ recent and upcoming appearances, plus…
* 7:09 – Into The Spider-Verse trailer reaction!
* 16:36 – Spider-Gwen #32 – A dense issue with a lot to unpack!  Honesty vs. Truth. Gwen Stacy and her awesome speeches. The long game for Gwen’s well-earned victory. Jack rants about one line of dialogue. Farewell to the Kingpin? What happens next?
* 51:46 – Our three word summaries of the issue.
* 52:23 – Outro; What did *you* think of this issue (and the trailer)? Let us know! And coming up…

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* The TRAILER!!!!



* One Perfect Shot
* Reviews for Spider-Gwen #32
* Spider-Man Annual #1
* Invincible Iron Man #600
* Superior Spider-Talk review of Amazing Spider-Man #800
* Secret Invasion
* Hannah Blumenreich’s Mary Janes story in Spider-Gwen #23 (and our episode discussing it)
* Sir Mix-A-Lot
* Alex Jones Mis-Info Wars
* Seppuku
* “I HAVE THE POWER!!!!”
* The Sequelisers take on Spider-Man 3
* Join the Amazing Spider-Slack! From our friends at the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast!
* Untold Talks of Spider-Man podcast

Also check out:

* Jack’s website;  Podcasts: The Sequelisers!
* Brian’s Twitter/Instagram/Podcasts/assorted nonsense

Links:

* Ultimate Spin at iTunes
* Ultimate Spin at Stitcher
* Ultimate Spin at Google Play
* <a href="https://www.facebook.

Episode 97: Battle With Honor And Humanity (Spider-Verse Trailer Reaction and Spider-Gwen 32)

(Recorded May 6, 2018)
Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology!
In this episode, Brian and Jack  are joined by Superior Spider-Talk‘s Dan Gvozden to discuss the surprising series finale that is Spider-Man #240. We share your thoughts and reflections on Miles’ series, and we have a major announcement about the future of the podcast. All kinds of feelings in this episode!

* 0:00 – Flashback: Bendis on Miles’ first true villain.
* 1:53 – Intro; Welcome back, Dan!
* 5:32 – Spider-Man #240 – A terrifying real-life moment informs the final chapter of a nearly two decade run. But does it work in context? Looking at how Bendis cleared the decks for the next creative team (a way to potentially lose the new powers? Jefferson’s new last name?). Not the best ending, but perhaps the best one possible? Looking back on Miles’ story  and our favorite moments.
* 49:45 – Our three word summaries of the issue.
* 50:49 – Listener feedback! Your thoughts on this issue and reflections on the series.
* 57:32 – A big announcement about the Ultimate Spin podcast.
* 1:04:04 – Outro; What did *you* think of this issue and where Miles could go next? Let us know! And coming up…

Stuff that we mentioned in this episode:

* Bendis interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers
* Glenn Beck’s insane rambling about Miles
* Reviews for Spider-Man #240
* Peter Palmer?
* Dark Knight: A True Batman Story by Paul Dini
* The Invisibles by Grant Morrison
* The Lost finale
* All-New Ultimates
* Listener Lawrence Minor’s Spotify playlist for Miles!
* Join the Amazing Spider-Slack! From our friends at the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast!

Also check out:

* Jack’s website;  Podcasts: The Sequelisers!;Guesting on Kyle’s Booking on the Fly
* Brian’s Twitter/Instagram/Podcasts/assorted nonsense

Links:

* Ultimate Spin at iTunes
* Ultimate Spin at Stitcher
* Ultimate Spin at Google Play
* Ultimate Spin at Facebook
* <a href="https://twitter.

Episode 38: Square One (Spider-Man #8)

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