Superheros and comic book culture generally have had a tendency to bleed into other media and genres. They've been adapted into videogames, they've practically dominated the cinema, and they've even found their way into the material of stand up comedy. On this episode we have a friend of the podcast comedian Mac Blake on to talk about his favorite character Spider-man. We chat about what he loves most about the wallcrawler, his first introduction to the character, and how comic books have influenced his comedy career and life.

You can listen to Mac Blake's newest stand-up special on 'Live at Coldtowne' on Spotify

This week we chat with New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy about her book Faith: Taking Flight! Julie Murphy wrote the best selling and now Netflix movie Dumplin'. Faith: Taking Flight, is a coming of age novelization of the eponymous character originally published by Valiant Comics. We discuss the politics of representation and resisting toxicity through superhero storytelling. Join us as we take flight with Julie Murphy!

Learn more about Julie Murphy and purchase this soon to be a best-seller at http://www.imjuliemurphy.com

While you might be tempted to think of the superhero as a lone figure in an outlandish costume waging a solo crusade against crime, the truth is comic book vigilantes often need someone to lean on when the chips are down. Friendship and camaraderie are a crucial part of the comic landscape, and that’s why this episode is all about the best team-ups, partnerships, and buddies in comic books. So grab your best mate and join us as we discuss our favorite Platonic relationships to grace the comic panel.

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Batten down the hatches because it's going to be quite a gale! This week we deep dive Marvel's Mistress of the Elements, Storm! We tell you everything you'd care to know about Ororo Munroe, breaking down her powers, her personality, and her personal history: from her humble origins to the raging tempest she's become. Moreover, we explain why we think Storm has grown past being an ensemble X-men character and evolved into an A-list solo star. In the Word of Dorothy Parker, "They sicken of the calm who know the Storm."

When the greatest superheroes and comic book legends DC has to offer come together on the panel they form the Justice League, but when Zack Synder and Warner Bros brought them together on the silver screen were they able to replicate the same magic?
It's rewind review time again as we put the Justice League movie under the microscope! We talk about the controversies surrounding the film, the bizarre choices that went into its production, and point out the various aspects worthy of praise.

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