Thinking Critical Comic Book Podcast

Wes and comic book retailers Pele and Uel Carter discuss the latest developments in comic book collecting. Large Comic Conventions are starting up for first time since the pandemic shutdowns. There are great deals to be had for collectors with a keen eye. Pele, Uel and Dok give their do’s and don’ts Shen buying comic books at conventions and share a few horror stories as well. Speaking of horror, Marvel and Sony are finally tapping into Marvel’s array of horror-based comic heroes and villains. 60s and 80s era Marvel have several titles that collectors should keep an eye on for strategic value. Finally, the comic book collectors market is cynical. It has its up and downs. How can collectors “crash-proof” their collections and comic buying habits.

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Wes is joined by award-winning comic book editor Joe Corallo and life-long reader Eric Breen to discuss a new era of Wonder Woman. Legendary writer Denny O’Neil redefined the Wonder Woman character, removing her powers to allow her to step to the forefront as a new feminist icon. Mike Sekowsky delivers some of the best illustrations of his life in Wonder Woman #179-#182 and #187-#188. O’Neil shook-up the stars quo by not only depowering her, but killing off love interest Steve Trevor and having her train in the martial arts. Denny O’Neil and Mike Sekowsky end of delivering an action packed story of love and betrayal that stands the test of time. If you’re a Wonder Woman fan, you won’t want to miss this comic book retrospective.

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Comic book luminary Frank Miller was scheduled to be the guest of honor at the upcoming Thought Bubble Comic Con. Unfortunately, Mr. Miller will no longer be attending after Thought Bubble coordinators were put on blast by Zainab Akhtar for his work on Hill Terror over a decade ago. Another feather in the cap of the woke mob. (00:00:00) Kevin Smith’s Masters of the Universe: Revelation was blasted by long time He-Man fans. Paramount Pictures Snake Eyes bombed at the box office after not honoring the character origins. Hollywood is already making excuses and blaming fans rather than owning up to their own mistakes. (00:23:13) Not surprising, since Hollywood is incapable of delivering anything of substance or original. Wes and Mark Pellegrini discuss the depressing state of comics and entertainment. (00:44:31) Mark and Wes then discuss Vertigo Comics original editor Karen Berger gaslighting longtime comic book fans at Comic Con@Home 2021. (01:05:15) Mark Millar shined a light on the depressing state of comic book artist pay in 2021. Wes and Dok break down all the details. (01:28:24) Speaking of Comic Con@Home 2021, Jordan White and the X-Men creators spoke at length regarding the upcoming late of X-Men comics. (01:51:25) Tom Taylor’s Superman: Son of Kal El debuted this week. Wes breaks down why he takes exception with the portrayal of the new Superman. (02:14:31) Finally, viewers asked Wes and Aaron Sparrow to watch and discuss Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. They hold nothing back with a scathing review. (02:34:17)

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Gevian Dargan, former assistant-editor at Milestone Comics, joins Wes for  “It’s Complicated.” Wes and Gevian discuss hot-button issues many people shy away from today. For decades comic book fans have predicted the impending doom fo the entire industry. There are certainly troubling signs. It appears the industry is courting speculators, which was one of the key components of the 90’s comic book implosion. Several high profile comic creators are leaving DC and Marvel Comics, concentrating on creator owned works. Which can be interpreted as both good and bad. Indie comics are as hot as they’ve been in years. The rise of manga and YA graphic novel sales indicate there is a thirst for comic books that DC and Marvel can’t meet.  Wes and Gevian have an honest, open debate about the current state of comic books. Is the industry imploding? You guessed it, it’s complicated.