Two True Freaks

In this week's ball-thwipping episode, Magnus is sorry not sorry, sorry not sorry. He ain't sorry.

Because Marvel comics don't get talked about as often as they might, this week seemed like a good time (meaning there wasn't anything more interesting to talk about) to gab about some Spider-Man funnybooks.

Specifically, these are Amazing Spider-Man #224 and #225, the beginning of the famous Roger Stern run.

As something of a Spider-Man outsider, what did His Excellency think about these comics? And more importantly, what's the verdict on the John Romita, Jr. art?

For all that (plus so much more!), you'll have to play the show and hear for yourself.

So what are you waiting for? Get to listening right now or else the Vulture will kidnap your grandfather or something.

Due to the avalanche of awesomeness, there's just no time for listener feedback this week. But Magnus has slowly been getting caught up lately. There's been some feedback recently so don't be left out! You too can offer your feeble effort at tribute whenever you want! Yes indeed, you humble serfs are always welcome to kiss your benevolent leader's ring. Corrupt DiManzocorp interns are ready, willing, able and eager to accept your bribe to present your meager missives to your wise emperor. The email address to use is [email protected] as the other seems to be having technical problems.

In an another sublime act of truly ball-shriveling magnanimity, your emperor permits you lowly rabble to suggest topics for a future episode. Thus, requests may be sent to [email protected] for the aforementioned corrupt DiManzocorp interns (who probably lack souls) to review, whereupon your leader might consider thinking about the possibility of potentially discussing whatever you have in mind some day. And that's a promise!

It's a SPOILER-FREE QUICKIE! Join Scott McGregor and Chris Honeywell as they WOLF DOWN 5 GUYS BURGERS right after seeing SPIDER-MAN : HOMECOMING! The music on the PA is loud, the guys are hungry and in a hurry and the staff is oddly curious as to what is going on with that tape recorder sitting amongst the greasy treats!

Is it the BEST THING SINCE SLICED BREAD or should you all just SIMMER DOWN?LISTEN AND FIND OUT!

It's the ninth episode of Required Reading With Tom and Stella! This podcast, which is hosted by Tom Panarese (Pop Culture Affidavit, In Country) and Stella (Batgirl to Oracle: A Barbara Gordon Podcast, The Batman Universe) is two teachers talking about literature. Each episode, we will be taking a look at a single work, analyzing it, criticizing it and deciding if it's worth its place in the canon.

This time around, we look at Rainbow Rowell's award-winning YA novel Eleanor & Park.

If you like our podcast, feel free to like our Facebook page (just search for Required Reading with Tom and Stella) or email us at [email protected]

Paul is joined this time out by Zaki Hasan, of the MovieFilm Podcast and Nostalgia Theater to discuss Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Both Paul and Zaki have a deep love of the POTA franchise, but where does this entry fall on the Jaws Scale? Listen in to find out.

Episode 26 marks one full year of Is It Jaws. Thank you to everyone that has downloaded and listened and thank you so much to the many co-hosts that have graciously appeared on the show!

Most of our regular survivors are back “Dead” on the air this week as Mike, Scott, Beth and Professor Alan recap episode five of the third season. Its back to our ensemble story as Victor and Daniel hit the road toward the hotel where Strand insists Ofelia might still be waiting. Commander Salazar isnt buying the BS though. We get some losses at the camp and Nick starts a project. Alicia is seeking some meaning in the arms of an Otto boy and Maddy and Troy are on the road to find out who attacked the helicopter. New threats are discovered, crows eat brains and we learn that even fresh churned butter isnt enough to keep us together. So join us for a packed plot of an episode as we roll on toward the mid-season finale. Remember kids, Bukowski is not acceptable post coital literature if your partner is having an existential crisis. Stay tuned in to your Fear the Walking Deadcast.

We know who's behind Cobra Commander's armor, but do the Baroness and Serpentor? One of them is going to find out in G.I. Joe #64. Then, we're going to find out what's going in the entire Marvel Universe (and the New Universe) in Marvel Age #55.

Independence Day just passed, and in honor of the day, Paul Spataro, Scott Gardner and Michael Bailey take a look at this underappreciated book. What went on in between Steve Rogers' fall into the icy depths and the rise of 50s Cap? This book looks at those years.

Who are the Prophets speaking to this time? Well, it's Andrew, Bill and Paul, of course. Silly question! This time out, they're looking at the nature of the Trill again, examining the various Dax hosts and how they interact with Jadzia.

The Preachercast is back as Chris and Scott kick off coverage of season two with recaps of the first two episodes. The trio of Jesse, Tulip and Cassidy are on the road at last and starting their search for God with a bang; and some Dexys Midnight Runners. The Saint of Killers is hot on their trail, killing all in his path and not even a gun enthusiast convention can stop him. Theres plenty of glorious Garth Ennis-esque madness as we see creative uses of The Word, creative uses for intestines and creative uses of speedballs in enlisting heavenly help. So remember, no hands on the dancers and if youre an exiled angel, you could find worse ways to spend your time than being a casino show magician, but not many. So Come on Eileen and come along and join us in the Bingemobile as we hit the highway with the Jesse Custer Express!

So. It's come to this. In this week's ball-blasting episode, Magnus just can't resist the urge to gush all about The Punisher Meets Archie. If this isn't the weirdest inter-company crossover ever, it's got to be in the top five, right?

There are probably tons of ways this crossover could've been a crashing failure. But not very many ways it could've been done well. So what's the verdict? Did His Excellency love this issue? Or despise it?

Well, answering the question here defeats the point of listening to the show.

Needless to say, the answer is the opposite of whatever you're expecting.

So what are waiting for? Start listening right now before The Punisher mistakes you for some lowlife he's hunting!

Best of all? We have feedback this week! Magnus has been slowly getting caught up so don't be left out! You too can offer your feeble effort at tribute whenever you want! Yes indeed, you humble serfs are always welcome to kiss your benevolent leader's ring. Corrupt DiManzocorp interns are ready, willing, able and eager to accept your bribe to present your meager missives to your wise emperor. The email address to use is [email protected] as the other seems to be having technical problems.

In an another sublime act of truly ball-shrinking generosity, your emperor permits you lowly rabble to suggest topics for a future episode. Thus, requests may be sent to [email protected] for the aforementioned corrupt DiManzocorp interns (who probably lack souls) to review, whereupon your leader might consider thinking about the possibility of potentially discussing whatever you have in mind some day. And that's a promise!