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Today on the program we discuss the 1996 Elseworlds event comic Kingdom Come. This is the classic mini-series written by Marc Waid with magnificent art by Alex Ross. It is an alternate future where old heroes have retired and new heroes are running amok. So an aging Superman needs to come back to get them off his damn lawn. This is an extremely influential comic that brings up some really difficult ideas. It can be problematic at times and cause some conflicting views. But there is lies the fun.

Also, since this is being release somewhere around Thanksgiving we talk about our favorite Thanksgiving moments in movies and TV.

Also, we have proclaimed Christina Ricci the patron saint of the program. Hallowed be her name.

So join us for a rousing discussion of an apocalyptic authoritarian revelation of an episode! You’ll be glad you did.

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Trailer played on the show: I Am Your Target Demographic

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Today on the program we discuss the 1978 Judge Dredd story-arc The Cursed Earth originally published in 2000AD (the magazine not the year).  Loosely based on Roger Zelazny’s novel Damnation Alley the story finds out titular anti-hero traveling across a nuclear fallout wasteland on a mission to save the citizens of Mega City 2 from plague. Along the way he meets mutants, outlaws, aliens, dinosaurs, Ronald MacDonald and living product mascots. And he deals with them in the way only a semi-fascistic one-man judge, jury and executioner can.

Also, we talk about the launch of Disney Plus and go a little overboard on the “Han Shot First” controversy. Yes, we have opinions on Star Wars, who would have thought?

So join us for a rousing discussion on post-apocalyptic wastelands and the people who live there. You’ll be glad you did.

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Trailer played on the show: Coffee & Comics Podcast

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Today on the program we talk horror comics from the 1970s! Specifically the Living Mummy.

In the 1950s the Comic Book Code all but killed the horror comic. But in the 1970s restrictions were eased a bit allowing horror to come back to comics – Marvel was quick to capitalize on this and rushed into publication titles such as: Tomb of Dracula, Werewolf by Night, Monster of Frankenstein and of course – The Living Mummy.

The Living Mummy first appeared in Supernatural Thrillers #5 but proved to be so popular that the character was brought back in issue #7 and stayed as the lead story in the book until its cancellation after issue #15.

Created by Steve Gerber and written at first by him and then later Tony Isabella, with suitably creepy art by Val Mayerik – the Living Mummy is an interesting and compelling glimpse into an industry that was just coming out of its own creative entombment and lumbering toward an unknown, uncertain future.

Also on the program we talk – well actually Paul talks about – the new character of Man-Slaughter, a Weapon X version of Man-Thing. Its…well its a thing for sure. We also briefly talk about the new X-Man run by Johnathan Hickman and if there is ever a good jumping on point in comics.

Listen in for a spooktactular Halloween episode! Actually its just a regular episode with a different intro – but its still good.

Trailer played on the show: The Nexus of All Realities: A Man-Thing Podcast

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We’ve done 50 of these bad boys. There should be fireworks and John Phillip Sousa music or something.

I want to thank our listeners, those that have been with us from the start and new listeners just joining us – it is so great to have you all here and giving us feedback and encouragement. It’s always amazing to me that there are actually listeners. Because these are the conversations that you and I would have anyway. That’s how this started everyone. Brian and I would get on the phone and discuss and debate comic books or a movie or a book for an hour or so. And I thought wow, we should just record this and see if anyone comes around to listen – and you did! So thank you all for that and we do really appreciate you for being here.

And for this momentous occasion we will be discussing Alan Moore’s seminal run on Swamp Thing – specifically the Arc “Murder of Crows” that covers issues 43 thru 50 – serial killers, Satanists, ghosts and hallucinations! What more could you ask for?

Also we talk about DC’s new plan for legacy characters and the inevitable crisis that will happen because of it.

And thanks again for joining us on long journey of rambling conversations about our favorite medium. We’ve had a lot of fun so far and look forward to a least another 50 episodes.

Trailer played on the show: The Nexus of All Realities: A Man-Thing Podcast

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First of all sorry for the delay! This was almost a lost episode. There were some technical difficulties and we thought possibly re would need to rerecord. But with some patience, diligence and a few late nights we were able to recover the files. So I hope its worth it.

On the program we will be discussing Moon Knight: From the Dead the 2014 6 issue arc written by Warren Ellis with art by Declan Shalvey and colored magnificently by Jordie Bellaire. This is a new beginning of sorts for the character of Moon Knight And Warren Ellis was able to consolidate all of Moon Knight’s varied and – let’s face it – confusing history into a compelling and intriguing narrative. Filled with beautiful, if disturbing, art this comic is a master class in sequential art. It also creates a template of sorts for the character going forward in comic and now TV.

Also we talk about the strange kerfuffle going on with the rights of Youngblood and Rob Liefield‘s very public breakdown.

In addition we are playing a song The Box based on Moon Knight by the band Deleter off their new EP The Othervoid. If you like the song consider buying it and supporting independent music. You will be glad you did! Do it here: BANDCAMP

Trailer played on the show: Into the Knight: A Moon Knight Podcast

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On the program, we discuss Superman Red Son – the 2003 Elseworlds mini-series written by Mark Millar and art by Dave Johnson. This three-issue series imagines a world where Superman landed in a field in the Soviet Union rather than on a farm in Kansas. It is a fascinating idea and is held up as one of the best Superman stories ever written…but does it live up to the hype? You’ll find out the answer to this question and more!

Also, we talk about the possibility of a black Batman *gasp* and we walk through our favorite Superman analogs (there are a lot).  So join us – Paul Matthew Carr and Brian Reese – for a lively, rambling, and hopefully entertaining discussion on comics and comic-related material.

Trailer played on the show: Last Sons of Krypton – A Superman Podcast

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On the program we discuss Monstress – the fantasy comic from Image Comics written by Marjorie Liu with art Sana Takeda. It is filled with intricate world-building, complex characters and stunning art that is some of the best being produced in comics today.

It is set in a world of magic and war, populated by humans, immortal beings, hybrid creatures, and many tailed scholarly cats – Montress follows the story of Maika Halfwolf, a teenage Arcanic girl that passes for human but also shares a psychic connection with an ancient demon as she sets off on adventure to find her true origins and her mother’s possibly nefarious motivations, as she comes to grips with the darkness inside her. All the while she is relentlessly pursued by the Cumaea, an order of sorceresses who consume Arcanics’ essence to fuel their power.

Just being and intricate and entertaining story is remarkable enough but what makes Monstress stand out from typical fantasy fare is the fact that it is populated almost entirely by women.  Women are the heroes, women are the villains, women are the bystanders and common folk, Women are…everything really. It is a truly groundbreaking work.

In addition we talk about our favorite fantasy comics and digress (shocker!) into other topics including how genres are labeled.

So join us – Paul Matthew Carr and Brian Reese – for a lively and rambling and hopefully entertaining discussion on comics and comic related material.

Trailer played on the show: Inner Demons – A Ghost Rider Podcast

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Content warning: we want to issue a warning…we use some pretty harsh language on the episode both in describing the content of the comic as well as expressing our opinion of the material. This is something we try not to do but with this comic it was…it keeping with what was being discussed. In addition we also talk about some pretty sensitive subjects that might be disturbing to some so if you don’t want to hear that sort of thing free to skip this one. Totally understand. But if you’re cool with it give a listen and this one might be a little controversial – let us know what you think.

So in the introduction we always say famous and infamous – I think we finally hit upon infamous.

Today on the program we discuss The Boys. The Wildstorm then Dynamite series written by Garth Ennis at his most juvenile. It is Ennis’ attempt at superhero satire filled with sex and curse words. Its edgy in the way a 15 year old thinks edgy should be. (am I giving away what we think about this series?) It also has great art by Darick Robertson doing his best with the material given to him so there’s that.

In addition we discuss the sad news of the folding of Mad Magazine. This was a mainstay in generations of children and a fine purveyor of satire and parody. It will be missed. Also, we will talk about Jeff Lemire‘s two new upcoming books: Joker: Killer Smile by Lemire and Andrea Sorrentino and The Question: The Deaths of Vic Sage with Denys Cowan and Bill Sienkiewicz. If you look at those collaborators you know that is noting else the art is going to be fabulous.

So join us – Paul Matthew Carr and Brian Reese – for a lively and rambling and hopefully entertaining discussion on comics and comic related material.

Trailer played on the show: Nexus of All Realities

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Music played on the episode: Enigmatic by www.bensound.com

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Today on the program we will be talking about the 2003 Vertigo series The Losers written by Andy Diggle with art by Jock. The discussion will cover book one that consists of two story-lines “Ante Up” and “Double Down” in which we get to know the characters, we learn of their situation and a little of how and why they have been put on a kill list for what they’ve seen. And we learn the lengths they will go to uncover the conspiracy surrounding that situation and who the mysterious figure of Max that is pulling the strings. Plus tons of bad-ass heist action.

Also on the program we discuss the “pop-up line” (whatever that means) of limited series horror comics called Hill House Comics. This will be part of the Black Label imprint that will apparently taking the place of Vertigo. Hill probably best known for Locke and Key – although he’s pretty prolific and totally the son of Stephen King and everyone knows that – and will be writing two titles and a mini-series along side three other titles announced for the line.

Also, side note if you go to our website collectededitionpodcast.com you will find a brand new “resources” page in which we will be posting the collected editions we are reading from on every episode with links to Amazon if you would like to purchase it (or anything else for that matter). If you follow that link and buy it there is no additional cost to you but we get a kickback of a few cents or something that goes toward the upkeep of the show – hosting costs and whatnot. So…do that. Please.

So join us – Paul Matthew Carr and Brian Reese – for a lively and rambling and hopefully entertaining discussion on comics and comic related material.

Trailer played on the show: Longbox of Darkness

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Music played on the episode: Enigmatic by www.bensound.com

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On today’s program we will be discussing the 1987 classic Spider-Man arc: Kraven’s Last Hunt. This is the outstanding and frankly amazing 6 issue story written by J.M. DeMatteis and art by Mike Zeck. Both are at the top of their game here – the writing is fantastic and the art is some of the best Zeck has ever produced. this is dark, disturbing, complex and thrilling – it is a prime example of what makes comics so appealing as a medium and shows just why it can do things and tell stories in ways no other medium can. This is a good story.

Also on the program we discuss the ending of Vertigo –  the adult-oriented DC imprint that was highly influential and spawned so many classic series that would be too numerous to mention here. Vertigo’s demise is a big loss for comics and Brian and I spend some time reminiscing about Vertigo’s importance and lamenting it’s end.

So join us – Paul Matthew Carr and Brian K. Reese – for a lively and rambling and hopefully entertaining discussion on comics and comic related material.

Trailer played on the show: Quarter Bin Podcast

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Music played on the episode: Enigmatic by www.bensound.com

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