X Is For Comics: An X-Men Podcast

Krakoa's getting invader by monsters -- The Shadow King & Pete Wisdom!? Are we sure Nico approved this copy? First up -- Rod, Raven, Dante, & Robbie take a DEEP DIVE DOWN the rabbit-hole into the world of Vita Ayala & Rod Reis's New Mutants, featuring a small but powerful cameo appearance from Doop (ahh, Nico did approve this copy). Under their pencil, the title deals with pain, hurt, regret, and complex perspectives facing the kids and young adults of Krakoa -- from the Crucible to losing a child. Then, Excalibur GETS EFFING WEIRDER!? Betsy is in another world as a queen with her consort, Warren, being protected by his ex-wife Kwannon!? But back with the rest of the team, Pete Wisdom is on Krakoa. Now that is strange. All this and plus an appearance from Kevo to help kick off the new season of HTML!

X-Men across the Marvel Universe! First up, the X-Men find themselves in Shi'ar space conveniently and quickly -- a situation that used to take an arc and a ramp up and event. Also, Nico is convinced Fergie is the Jean Grey of the Black Eyed Peas or something. Then, join Rod, Raven, Dante, & Jonah as they take a look at Deadpool who finds himself the King of Monsters out on Staten Island -- and Jonah can attest to the monsters of SI firsthand. The team talks about the evolution of Deadpool titles and the creative team. Lastly, the Chris Claremont Anniversay Special sees incredible artistic talent, a lot of characters, and plenrty of nostalgia -- but does it all fit? Nathan, Drew, & Robbie read it and let us know. This issue includes a donation to Insider-Art, a fund for Female & Non-Binary Comic Retailers affected by the pandemic, which saw publication of a special volume earlier this year, Kickstarted by industry legend Shelly Bond.

The X-Titles may not be mid-event, but the X-Men sure are! But first -- X-Force #16 by Ben Percy & Josh Cassara has Matty, Arturo, & Evelyn flipping. Whether its the monster from the depths (we mean Namor) or the GIANT EYEBALL (we mean the giant eyeball), the team reacts to the visuals and refocused characterization. Then, re-enter King In Black along with the X-Men! Rod & Juan bring the real with King In Black #3 -- from the Knullified heroes to the tie-ins and even a complex understanding of Donny Cates's Marvel library leading to strong predictions for the future, this segment is everything you need to keep up with the event (even if you're not reading (but we know you are!)). Lastly, Nathan leads Nico, Jonah, Kyle, & Matty into the world of the dead and the land of the Valkyries as he takes the team into the world of Jane Foster's Thor in King In Black: Return Of The Valkyries #1! All this and more on an all new X Is For Podcast!

THIS IS IT! X Is For Podcast welcomes David Baldeon to discuss process, perspective, Rachel's trenchcoat, Daken's big hot bigness, and more! Nico, Rod, & Arturo ask about sketchbooks, previous projects, and how amazing it is to work with Leah! Then, Josh & Kyle join Nico and the three of them deep dive in traditional X-Pack style into Cable 7 for what the team described (well, Nico) as "the best X-Solo issue of the DOX." Then, Rod returns with Raven and Robbie in tow, and the three of them examine The Union -- a high-profile title, directly in King In Black with its own original mutant character!

The X-Men contend with different kinds of darkness on an all new Xi4P! First up -- Rod, Raven, & Robbie talk about the world of SWORD, with its overwhelming cast, entering King In Black! It's a story that takes the concept of the title and applies to the MU in a big way! Then, the conclusion of Nico, Tori, Blake, Rod, & Nathan's coverage of God Loves Man Kills, examining the timeless nature of the story, but also, taking a look at its flaws and age-marks. Lastly, inspired by SWORD, in the latest STATE OF X column, Nico, Nathan, Kyle, Jonah, & Matty talk about how the X-Men fit into the bigger picture of the Marvel crossover tapestry.

It's new, old, & retro all in a new X Is For Podcast! First up --- Josh, Arturo, Evelyn, & Drew talk about the Marauders! The new title is an explorative character piece that still manages a ton of plot each month, but is there enough room for everyone with the advancing story? Then, the X-Pack turn their eyes to the stars for Eternals #1! Nico, Jonah, Kevo, Raven, & Matty read through the first issue of the new series, examining the inclusion of Iron Man & Thanos, plus their reactions to the biggest debut issue of 2021 so far (lol). Finally, the team takes a .look at an X-Men all time classic, God Loves Man Kills, with an edited version of a-soon-to-be-released YouTube video spotlighting the landmark one-shot and it's subsequent two issue rerelease. All this and more on an all new X Is For Podcast!

It's Heaven, Hell, & High School on X Is For Podcast! First up, The Hellions find themselves in battle against Cameron Hodge, leading to revelations about character and team dynamics. Matty, Nathan, Kyle, & Drew are here to talk about the evolution of the title and the ways in which Zeb Wells has successfully subverted expectations. Then, journey to the (very recent) past to October at NYCC where the team -- featuring Nico, Josh, Rod, Arturo, Nathan, & D'Manda -- presented a panel on diversity among the X-Classes! Lastly -- The Eternals are back! What the Okkara is an Eternal? Nico tours Jonah, Raven, Matty, & original host Kevo through the Celestial's least loved children as the team pieces together the background on the heroes before their new series (and movie)!

The Detectives are in danger; sidekicks head to Krakoa; & checklist: who's missing? First up! Nico, Jonah, Evelyn, & Dante take a look at X-Factor! X-Factor works to balance domestic life, investigative detective work, and now....ethical-debates-of-science?! The Investigators find themselves working to solve the mystery of -- and hopefully survive -- Siryn! Then, take a look back at Juggernaut's mini, with an extensive look at the final issue. Lastly, Nico, Matty, & Nathan talk about some of the mutants who don't fall under X -- Molly Hayes, Justice, Firestar, & more!

The X-Men end-of-year-shipping blues come to an end with a sniktingly good Wolverine, a dynamic and lovable first volume from Strange Academy, and a one-month-out examination of the Reign Of X image already coming true! First up, Josh takes Arturo, Evelyn, & Matty on a tour of Wolverine's most recent anniversary edition -- Wolverine #8/350, and just like with Wolv: Black, White, Blood, the team finds themselves debating their personal Logan, and then if there's a place for a Toybiz character like Maverick in the new world of X! Then, Rod, Raven, Robbie, and (R)Kyle examine the first six issues of Marvel's scheduling plagued Strange Academy -- from a glowing take on the work there, to the desire to see more both in comics and on screen, the team loved the volume. Then, Nico takes Jonah & Matty on a look at how much of the Reign Of X image ,released just after X Of Swords ended, has already come to pass!

X-Men is back after X Of Swords, and nothing is the same! Johnathan Hickman explores the complex worlds of the interplay of Arakko and Krakoa and what it will take to bring them together. Join Nico, Jonah, Nathan, and newcomer Drew as they discuss Noto's brilliant turn on art, the election of the X-Men, and the return of Isca in X-Men 16! Then, Rod, Raven, Robbie, & Kyle reunite to talk about Power Pack and the further potential for the characters in Power Pack 2! Then, Matty & Josh are joined by Jonah & Nathan to look back on X Of Swords, a month out from the event -- in the wake of its consequences!