Vertiguys

This is it: the end of an era. In the final three issues of Sandman, Hob Gadling faces death, a sage meets the new Dream, and William Shakespeare completes his deal with the Devil. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/91_Sandman_73-75_edit_2.mp3   Show Notes 2:06 – Sean meant issue #73. Also, we forgot to mention that Dave McKean did the cover … Continue reading Sandman #73-75: The Tempest →

Preacher bids fond farewell to one of its goofiest recurring characters as it sets the board for the final game. Elsewhere, Hoover experiences a miracle, Tulip locks and loads, and Jesse lets us all down. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/90_Preacher_61-63_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 1:51 – Cassidy’s a vampire, so a showdown at high noon would likely go badly for … Continue reading Preacher #61-63: And Every Dog His Day →

This week on Vertiguys, Constantine takes on racism while an archangel wrestles with the Problem of Evil and goes on a date. Plus, we learn about angels’ favorite chairs, the job market for waiters in London, and the value of a shilling. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/89_Hellblazer_64-66_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 1:13 – The phrase “fear and loathing” was used … Continue reading Hellblazer #64-66: Fear and Loathing →

In the final story arc of Sandman, the universe mourns, Daniel entertains a guest, and Matthew moves on. The dream ends… This podcast contains major spoilers for Avengers: Endgame. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/88_Sandman_70-72_edit_2.mp3   Show Notes 1:50 – That’s “the law against spilling family blood.” Sorry about the double negative. 3:30 – The Wake was always collected as … Continue reading Sandman #70-72: In Which We Wake →

Jesse Custer makes a deal with the devil as we move into the final issues of Preacher. Join us as we discuss Jesse’s master plan, Herr Starr’s grammatical tips, our favorite thriller of 1997, and the proper usage of “looming.” http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/87_Preacher_59-60_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 3:08 – The comic will perfunctorily describe the history a little … Continue reading Preacher #59-60: The Thunder of His Guns →

Constantine’s throwing a birthday bash, and you’re invited – along with a bunch of other weirdos, a cut-rate wannabe warlock, and a legendary creative team. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/86_Hellblazer_62-63_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 3:00 – While it’s true that Steve Dillon drew a couple issues earlier in the run, Sean’s saying that this feels like a moment where he … Continue reading Hellblazer #62-63: Forty →

As the Kindly Ones’ war on the Dreaming reaches a climax, Nuala learns to let go, Morpheus executes his final strategy, and Matthew stands by a friend. Everything ends, and begins again. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/85_Sandman_67-69_edit_1.mp3 Show Notes 3:00 – The Oxford comma is the controversial grammatical practice of using a comma in addition to the word “and” … Continue reading Sandman #67-69: The Kindly Ones →

We’re closing in on the final issues of Preacher! While Jesse seeks out the full story about Cassidy, Starr contends with a new old enemy, and Arseface lands in hot water. http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/84_Preacher_55-58_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 6:37 – According to the website of the largest Baptist denomination, the Southern Baptist Convention: “The Convention recognizes the biblical … Continue reading Preacher #55-58: Of the Irish in America →

This week, Constantine keeps his friends close (and his enemies at a B&B) as he prepares for one more showdown with the First of the Fallen! http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/83_Hellblazer_59-61_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 1:21 – Bit of a deep cut here. “Stairway to Heaven” is an oft-overlooked gem from Led Zeppelin’s untitled 1971 record. 2:03 – John tricked … Continue reading Hellblazer #59-61: Guys & Dolls →

Hellblazer will be back in seven days – this week, we have a brief chat about an iconic, bloody tale of death and rebirth featuring Animal Man! http://media.blubrry.com/vertiguys/content.blubrry.com/vertiguys/82_Animal_Man_51-56_edit_1.mp3   Show Notes 1:53 – Eric would like to clarify that he called this story a tough read, not a bad read. It’s slow, but it’s a … Continue reading Bonus – Animal Man #51-56: Flesh and Blood →