WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics (Adam and Michael on The Retro Network)
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| 12 Mar 2025 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 105.5 | 01:07:09 | |
Adam and Mike Schwartz get into more fun from "The Greatest Issue Ever" discussing Wizard's list of the 10 Characters That Make Comics Great, a Last Team Standing Battle between the JLA and Avengers, Casting Call for a Batman: Dark Victory movie and so much more! Get access to an UNCUT version of this episode, plus issue scans, bonus podcasts and more at patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS when you join out Patreon community for just $5 a month. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 16 Feb 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 50.5 | 00:51:38 | |
Adam reviews the first 10 issues of Kurt Busiek's Astro City, explores the 3rd Annual Wizard Scavenger Hunt, plus more contests, Top 10 Comics and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 31 Aug 2020 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 3: Chris Ward | 00:47:58 | |
The 3rd episode of our behind the scenes interview series with former Wizard magazine staff members has 3 times the hilarity as we laugh along with the stories from infamous Magic Words editor, Chris Ward aka "Loose Cannon" who tells us tales of angry voice mails from irate readers, a wild car ride with Harvey Pekar, drunken convention shenanigans and writing an entire concept album dedicated to "The Big Cheese" Gareb Shamus. This episode of The Wizard Files is packed with fun, but also more explicit language than our normal content, so be warned. When the "Loose Cannon" comes to town, no one can tone him down! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 20 Apr 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 55 | 01:32:56 | |
Jason Inman, co-host of the Geek History Lesson podcast joins Adam and Michael to talk Lee & Liefeld returning to Marvel for Heroes Reborn, Kurt Busiek, Mark Waid and more...TERRY MOORE! This is what it's like when Geeks collide! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 05 May 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 33 | 01:33:02 | |
Adam, Michael & Steven have a blast flipping through this classic issue to discuss Catwoman's controversial new look, the death of Jack Kirby, exciting new X-Men figures from Toy Fair '94 and Mike Allred's Madman comics.Plus what did Adam think of Chris Claremont's The Hunstmen debuting in WildC.A.T.s and more 90's comic book nostalgia. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 26 Jun 2023 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 37: Brian Douglas Ahern | 01:07:21 | |
We're joined by former Wizard cartoonist, Brian Douglas Ahern to hear his unbelievable story of jumping from Comics Buyer's Guide to The Guide To Comics. Plus behind the scenes stories on creating the iconic Wizard calendars and comics, why he was the only one who LOVED working on Bean Power magazine and why Wizard had the best Editors in the business. This energetic interview is one for the ages, listen now! This episode is brought you by our sponsor Manscaped. Get 20% off and FREE SHIPPING when you use promo code WIZARDS20 at manscaped.com today. Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 14 Jul 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | BONUS Series: 90's Super Cinema #2 - The Death of the Incredible Hulk 1990 | 01:16:31 | |
How do you kill The Incredible Hulk? Try teaming him with a Russian spy, who takes on many identities, but is not Black Widow...or is she? Steven Tsapelas is the ring leader for this discussion about the 1990 TV movie Death of the Incredible Hulk, guiding Adam and Michael through the fascinating history of Bill Bixby and Lou Ferrigno's final adventure, which almost teamed the Green Goliath with a black costumed Spider-Man or a She-Hulk! Listen now for all the details! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 09 Dec 2021 | Wizards The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini Episode 45.5 | 00:58:55 | |
Adam is joined by Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to review Lady Death: Between Heaven & Hell. Plus Wizard April Fool's Day gags and more 90's comics nostalgia. Use this link to get 20% OFF one order, one use per customer.. Valid thru Jan. 07, 2022
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| 14 Sep 2020 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 4: Buddy Scalera | 01:00:45 | |
Hook up your modem and get ready for a trip through the 90’s internet as Adam and Michael interview Wizard magazine’s original Online Editor, Buddy Scalera about his adventures in breaking ground for The Guide To Comics on the web. We go behind the scenes, discovering how Wizard partnered with a fledgling America Online, leading to the infamous AOL disks being polybagged with the magazine. Plus, how did Buddy fake out Gareb Shamus on website design using a “hairy armed princess”? Listen now and find out in episode 4 of The Wizard Files! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 23 May 2022 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 32: Dave Olbrich | 01:03:36 | |
Dave Olbrich, host of Geekview Tavern on YouTube and co-founder of Malibu Comics joins Adam and Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to reveal behind the scenes stories from the launch of Image Comics, the origins of the Ultraverse and more comics history, in this very fun interview organized in collaboration with the Super Blog Team Up. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 13 Mar 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 89 | 01:17:34 | |
It's another WIZARDS WILD CARD episode as William Bruce West joins us for a whirlwind trip through issue 89 where Joe Madureira is pit against Michael Turner, we debate the Marvel legacy of Avi Arad, examine creator criticisms of Wizard magazine, explore the popularity of comics around the world and so much more! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with TONS of extra conversation and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 26 Oct 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 64.5 | 00:48:42 | |
We discuss a Star Trek Casting Call with Jeff from the Trekology podcast, read vintage reviews Gen 13 JLA & Daredevil, the Wizard staffers party 'til they puke and a defense of ROB LIEFELD? Plus Mort of the Month, contests and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 30 Sep 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 19.5 | 00:45:11 | |
On this mini-episode, Michael shares outtakes about Doomsday vs Bane, talks flaming custom action figures, Wizard fan art submissions and fails the contest quiz. Plus, Adam returns from 2099 to review Simpson's Comics & Stories, as well as Jack Kirby's Bombast #1 from Topps Comics. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link
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| 18 Oct 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 83 | 01:28:09 | |
We toss our usual format out the window in this WIZARDS WILD CARD episode with our returning guests, Steven T. and William Bruce West, where the topic jumps at random from the Sexiest Women In Comics to Nicolas Cage as Superman to Wizard pitting comic heroes against each other to determine who is the best superhero and so much more. You've never heard an episode like this before, listen now! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 07 Apr 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 31.5 | 00:45:35 | |
In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Michael deals with the fallout from his disregard for ElfQuest during "Cannetti's Revenge" and goes through the inaugural Top 10 Heroes & Villains list with Steven. Adam reviews Gen 13 1/2 and issue #0, then debuts an original song inspired by "Fairchild". Plus Homemade Heroes, Hunk & Babe of the Month, Top 10 comics and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 07 Feb 2024 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 41: Erik Larsen | 00:42:45 | |
We welcome founding Image Comics partner, Erik Larsen to the podcast to talk about his childhood comic book creations, his experience in forming Image, the legacy of The Savage Dragon, how he came to publish the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the 90's and so much more. Get more from your WIZARDS experience by visiting Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today to enjoy UNCUT, early release episodes, scans of issues, bonus podcasts and more perks! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 06 Jul 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 21: Chad Gaver | 00:26:01 | |
This time around we're getting out of the bullpen to unlock the mysteries of the Wizard Warehouse with Chad Gaver. Discover what it was like to grow up near the Wizard offices in Congers, NY and then achieve the dream of working for The Guide To Comics in this fascinating interview. Heroclix, Half Issues and Exclusives, oh my! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 10 Mar 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 30.5 | 01:01:13 | |
On this Mini-Episode the crew discuss the Top 10 Comics list, the winners of the Midnight Sons custom action figure contest and the history of Ashcan comics. Plus Adam reviews the original Gen 13 mini-series from Image and you'll get a preview of our Patreon Exclusive discussion of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie from 1990! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 27 Apr 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 17: Alex Segura | 00:46:45 | |
On this installment of the Wizard Files we are joined by Co-President of Archie Comics, prolific author and former Wizard Associate Editor, Alex Segura who reveals how he used to scoop Wizard while writing for Newsarama, becoming buddies with Brad Meltzer and Jimmy Palmiotti, plus what it was like pitching Wizard on stories from the other side while working for DC Comics. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 14 Apr 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 32 | 01:24:48 | |
Adam returns to the podcast just in time to join Michael and Steven in reviewing both Batman/SPAWN crossovers, dissecting the Wizard Scavenger Hunt, exploring Jim Valentino's ShadowHawk, sampling Swedish Death metal songs about Wolverine and witnessing Todd McFarlane defend Rob Liefeld against the haters! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 03 Aug 2022 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 34: Ron Marz | 00:43:48 | |
Prolific comic book Writer, Ron Marz joins Adam & Steven Tsapelas to share his stories from writing 90's comics like Green Lantern, DC vs Marvel, Witchblade, his journey at Crossgen and more. Plus, an unforgettable photo shoot for Wizard magazine! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 01 Jan 2025 | The Wizard Files: The Wizard Research Project | 00:38:31 | |
Adam interviews Kalervo Sinervo and Anna Peppard, two PhDs who teach university courses on comic book history, to get the details on their academic research project exploring the cultural impact of Wizard magazine on fandom in the 20th century and beyond. It's a fascinating discussion that opens up a world of possibilities and ideas about the legacy of The Guide To Comics. You can access a PDF copy of the Wizard homage fanzine they produced here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r8QnijPk79X1Vvzjf0qtuZQzT1OIgzJc/view?usp=sharing If you have academic institutional access and would like to have a look at their recent academic article "How to be a fanboy: Wizard magazine and the pedagogy of comic book fandom" follow this link: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15405702.2024.2414120 For a full version of the article in PDF form you can contact Kalervo directly here: kalervo.sinervo@gmail.com
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| 16 Dec 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 25 | 01:40:36 | |
NEW EPISODE! NEW LOOK! It’s our 1 year anniversary and for the 25th episode of WIZARDS we’re celebrating in style. Join Adam and Michael as they announce X-citing new show art, a giveaway contest and what is WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics for 2021? Exploring issue 25 of Wizard we talk Daredevil’s armored costume, Jim Shooter’s Warriors of Plasm, the most expensive comics of the 90’s, share our Casting Call for an Image Comics biopic and more. Plus a review of Aerosmith guest starring in Valiant’s Shadowman #19! It’s wild geek podcast party and you’re invited! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 08 Jun 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 58 | 01:39:00 | |
Gabe from GabeLoves90sComic returns for discussions about DC's Kingdom Come, unresolved X-Men plotlines, the new face of Spawn and more 90's comic book hype! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 20 Jan 2022 | Wizards The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini Episode 48.5 | 00:30:52 | |
Adam Reviews the Gen 13 "Island Adventure", saga, plus comic book contests and the Wizard's Top 10 Comics list! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 16 Aug 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 79.5 | 01:06:37 | |
We explore the Wizard Casting Call for a Kyle Rayner Green Lantern movie and read reviews for books like X-Factor, Wonder Woman by John Byrne and Terry Moore's Strangers In Paradise. Plus, the Top 10 Comics rankings, Mort of the Month and more 90's comics nostalgia.
This episode is also sponsored by the Above The Grave graphic novel by Mitchell Hall and Andrew DeZilva. Purchase your copy today at this link https://www.amazon.com/Above-Grave-Complete-ANDREW-ZILVA-ebook/dp/B07T9X3J97/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EE0E7M4BGBTK&keywords=above+the+grave+andrew+de+zilva&qid=1691477444&sprefix=above+the+grave+andrew+de+zil%2Caps%2C340&sr=8-1 Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 12 Feb 2025 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 103.5 | 00:51:59 | |
We discuss a Last Man Standing battle between Batman Beyond and Spider-Girl, a JLA movie Casting Call, Review the Marvel Knights team-up book, enjoy an interview with Stan Lee, find out George Perez's favorite comic book and so much more. Listen now, Geeks! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 14 Feb 2024 | BONUS | Dark Book '98 | 01:13:45 | |
We're getting down with our BAD selves and bad guys, as we celebrate the villains of comic books through our examination of the Dark Book '98 Wizard special publication. We explore the Top 10 Coolest Villains, determine which superhero has the best Rogues Gallery, laugh at the 10 Lamest Villains in comic book history and so much more. Get a full scan of this issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content, a video presentation and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 13 Jan 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 27 | 02:01:23 | |
Exciting announcements abound on Episode 27 as Michael and Adam reveal the identity of their NEW co-host and the details of WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics! Plus discussions of Jim Lee’s plans for the future of WildC.A.T.S franchise, Alan Moore’s legacy in comics, the hottest new artists of 1993, Manga in America, Jeff Smith’s Bone comics and more! Get one of our NEW WIZARDS designs today at this link:
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| 03 May 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 73.5 | 00:49:18 | |
Adam reviews Jim Lee's Divine Right and indie comic Box Office Poison, explores the Wizard Casting Call for an Astro City movie, the Top 10 Heroes and Villains list and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 10 Feb 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 50 | 01:15:01 | |
In this milestone episode you'll learn how Gareb Shamus scored the original cover art of Spider-Man 1 from Todd McFarlane while commissioning the drawing for the 1st issue of Wizard and more secrets of The Guide To Comics. Plus, a special musical sendoff for one of our hosts. After Episode 50 of WIZARDS, nothing will be the same... Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 25 Jan 2022 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 30: Jerry "Spider-Man" Colpitts | 00:42:13 | |
For the AMAZING 30th interview of The Wizard Files, Adam & Steven are swinging back in time to get some SPECTACULAR stories from Jerry Colpitts, the official costumed Spider-Man for Marvel Comics from 1978-2001! Learn how Jerry spun a WEB of joy across the world for 23 years with Stan Lee and many others in this heartwarming interview. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 17 Jul 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 95 | 01:14:14 | |
We explore the world of Alan Moore's America's Best Comics line, check out Wizard previews of The New Warriors relaunch, Batman: Dark Victory, Speed Racer, Batman: War On Crime, the mystery of "Dark Flash", X-amine the casting rumors for the X-Men movie, rant against South Park making the cover of this issue and so much more. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 09 Nov 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 65.5 | 00:55:11 | |
Top 10 lists abound from the Wizard 1996 Year-End issue, plus Adam reviews the Kesel/Nord run of Daredevil, reveals an outtake from Episode 65 and did you know there was an X-Men themed Laser Tag? All this and more 90's comics nostalgia. Listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 11 Dec 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Bonus: FANTASTIC FOUR Part 3 | 00:54:24 | |
For the 3rd episode of our Roger Corman Fantastic Four film discussion, Michael and Steven break down the infamous ending with it’s disappointing special effects and provide their final review of the movie overall. Plus the duo reveal their list of which big budget super hero films are WORSE than this unreleased and buried film. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 08 May 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 91.5 | 01:01:15 | |
Adam and Mike are back to debate the outcome of the Last Man Standing battle between Nightwing and Gambit, discuss the Darkminds comic from 1999 and a bonus review of the new Ultimate Spider-Man (2024) series by Jonathan Hickman. Plus contests, Mort of the Month and so much more! Get more out of your WIZARD experience like early release UNCUT episodes, scans of the issues, our bonus 90's Super Cinema podcast and more! Subscribe today at patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for access to EVERYTHING! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 12 Oct 2020 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 6: Zach Oat | 00:38:36 | |
Episode 6 of The Wizard Files features a discussion with Zach Oat, former Editor of ToyFare and one of the puppet masters behind Twisted ToyFare Theater who tells us about wild inter-office pranking between Wizard and ToyFare, managing the action figure archives and more fully-articulated fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 29 Jan 2025 | The Wizard Files: Sean T. Collins | 00:38:04 | |
In this heartfelt interview, former Wizard magazine staffer, Sean T. Collins shares fascinating stories about his time in the Congers, NY offices from 2004-2007 forging friendships with fellow comic book lovers and taking on many roles behind the scenes. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 25 Sep 2024 | The WIZARD Files, Ep. 45: Michael Sherrin and Zach Harrison | 00:49:15 | |
We're joined by Michael Sherrin and Zach Harrison, two friends of 20 years who met as interns at Wizard magazine in 2004 and found themselves interviewing comic book pros like Mark Waid, Dan Slott and even Rob Liefeld during their time with the magazine! They share behind the scenes stories of getting the inside scoop on DC Comics' Infinite Crisis, spending quality time with Gareb Shamus and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 28 Sep 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 26: Andy Serwin | 00:58:01 | |
Former Wizard Editor, Andy Serwin joins us to tell tales from over a decade behind the scenes at Wizard magazine including the joys of pitting comics characters against each other monthly in Last Man Standing, phone calls from Stan Lee, enduring the final days of Wizard magazine and more! Use this link to get 20% OFF one item, one use per customer.. Valid thru 11/6/21 https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=TRNHALLOWEEN2021. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 28 Jul 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 38 | 01:51:41 | |
Adam is joined by "Bad Boys" William Bruce West & Kevin Hellions to talk about the Bad Girls comics trend, Marvel Masterpieces 1994 trading cards and why Gen13 should stay in the 90's. Plus, how William got BLOCKED by J.Scott Campbell and SO MUCH MORE! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 16 Feb 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 11: Kiel Phegley | 00:50:53 | |
Former Staff Writer, Kiel Phegley joins us this time around to discuss why he interned at DC before joining the team at The Guide To Comics, tells the legend of "Mantern", how he created controversy for Alex Ross and reveals what it takes to get FIRED from Wizard. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 23 Dec 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 101.5 | 00:56:35 | |
Adam reviews Kurt Busiek's Superstar As Seen On TV from Gorilla Comics, Chris Claremont's Fantastic Four issues 26-28, explores The Top 10 Times The Watcher Interfered, ridiculous predictions for the comic book industry in the year 2000, a Last Man Standing battle and so much more.
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| 21 Sep 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 62 | 01:29:56 | |
We're back, Geeks! Adam & Michael are joined by Mike Schwartz aka 50centcomiccollector to talk Wizard trying to force a Spawn/Spider-Man crossover into existence, the canceled Gen13/Batman crossover, a Kingdom Come Casting Call, the 90's origins of Marvel Studios and more comic book nostalgia! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 28 Sep 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 62.5 | 00:50:06 | |
Adam reviews the Marvel and Top Cow Devil's Reign crossover event from '96, examines the Wizard Scavenger Hunt, a profile on J. Scott Campbell and more. Plus, Michael teases the upcoming Fantasy Superhero Draft. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 29 May 2024 | The WIZARD Files, Ep. 43 : Francis Manapul | 01:19:57 | |
We're talking to Francis Manapul of Ghost Machine about his current project The Rocketfellers, plus diving deep into his history working with Top Cow on Witchblade, DC Comics The Flash for the New 52 and did you know he's a Wizard magazine fan? All these stories and so much more. Ghost Machine’s groundbreaking creator collective was launched at New York Comic Con in October 2023 and features a global best-of-class lineup of artists and writers whose award-winning and iconic works include a who’s who of comic book legends such as Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, Aquaman, Stargirl, JSA, The Flash, The Ultimates, Black Lightning, Green Arrow and countless more: Brad Anderson, Jason Fabok, Gary Frank, Bryan Hitch, Geoff Johns, Rob Leigh, Lamont Magee, Francis Manapul, Brad Meltzer, Ivan Reis, Peter Snejbjerg, Peter J. Tomasi, and Maytal Zchut. In an industry first, all of Ghost Machine’s creators jointly own and run the company, sharing in all of Ghost Machine’s publishing, media, merchandising and licensing. Each creator is exclusive to the company for their comic book work after completing projects already committed to. Visit https://ghostmachinepro.com/
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| 21 Feb 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 88 | 01:22:25 | |
We're diving into issue 88 of Wizard to explore the Spider-Man relaunch, take a tour of Joe Madureira's home studio, explore the psyches of supervillains, review the early work of Devin Grayson, enjoy a Q&A with Paul Dini and so much more. Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 05 Jun 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 93 | 01:29:23 | |
Laugh (and groan) as we explore the Wizard April Fool's Day issue from 1999 with special guest and comic book artist, Phillip Sevy. Phil shares some amazing stories about meeting Jim Lee and Michael Turner at San Diego ComicCon as a kid, having dinner with Todd McFarlane and Marc Silvestri, plus we test his comic book knowledge in our CBIQ segment. This episode features the highest ratio of "Damage Control" sirens ever, so be warned...attempted 90's comedy ahead! Want MORE out of your WIZARDS experience, like scans of the issues, UNCUT early release episodes and exclusive bonus podcasts? Then head on over to pattern.com/WIZARDSCOMICS to see all the perks you get for supporting the show and becoming an official GEEK! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 29 Jul 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 16 | 01:47:10 | |
Adam and Michael are joined by Chris Sheehan aka @acecomics from Chris Is On Infinite Earths for episode 16 to talk Dale Keown's PITT, decipher who is the X-Traitor, read tips from comics pros on to how to break into the business, review Bloodshot #1, chuckle at bullet hole gimmick covers, reveal our favorite comic book video games and more geeky podcast fun! Get one of our three official WIZARDS t-shirt designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 19 Jul 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 22: Tom Palmer Jr | 00:45:42 | |
Tom Palmer, Jr joins us to reveal how he began writing Palmer's Picks for Wizard in high school and taught readers about the world beyond the capes, eventually graduating to being Editor of ToyFare. Plus learn which infamous office pranks Tom contributed to and read his 6 year run on the column at palmerspicks.com! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 13 May 2021 | Wizards The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini Episode 33.5 | 00:29:48 | |
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| 11 Oct 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 82.5 | 01:04:13 | |
We have plenty to cover in this mini-episode, including all the hype for Wizard World Chicago '98, retroactively exploring the final Palmer's Picks column, a review of Gen 13/Monkeyman & O'Brien by Art Adams, Wizard dissing Lobo and Bone, Batman vs Daredevil and so much more. Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 03 Apr 2024 | UNLOCKED! 90's Super Cinema: Batman & Robin (1997) | 01:20:05 | |
An episode of our Patreon Exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast has been UNLOCKED! This was a historic event, as it was the first time all 4 WIZARDS co-hosts (past and present) ever recorded a show together. It is a fantastic discussion about the much maligned Joel Schumacher film from 1997, with some exclusive stories from a sneak peek screening in 1997, differences found in the the comic book adaptation and so much more! If you want to enjoy additional 90's Super Cinema discussions like this, plus many more perks, you can subscribe to Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today for just $5 a month to get the full WIZARDS experience. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 02 Jan 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | The Gareb Shamus Interview, Part 1 | 00:45:12 | |
An interview 4 years in the making, the time has finally come to talk to Wizard magazine founder and Publisher, Gareb Shamus! "The Big Cheese" takes Adam and Michael through the origins of Wizard magazine, explains how he scored original art from Todd McFarlane in the 90's, his front row seat for the early days of Image Comics, behind the scenes stories of the Marvel Comics bankruptcy and so much more! This conversation was a dream come true and it was so big in scope that we had to break it up into two parts. Stay tuned for part 2 coming soon! Get a full scans of Wizard magazine, plus listen to this interview UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 21 Jun 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 76.5 | 01:04:49 | |
We examine a Sin City movie Casting Call from 1997, discover an exclusive Heroes Return variant cover, get to know Randy Queen of Darkchylde fame. Plus comic reviews in The Skinny, contest giveaways, top 10 comics and more. Listen now! This episode of WIZARDS 1/2 is brought to you by our sponsor Manscaped. Get 20% off your entire order, plus free shipping when you use the code WIZARDS20 at manscaped.com. Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 21 Apr 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 32.5 | 00:42:03 | |
This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of surprises. Find out which Marvel comic of the 90's made Steven cry, Michael discovers a new super-heroine he doesn;t hate and Adam reviews Ghost Rider 2099! Plus there were so many awesome giveaway contests in Wizard 32 we had to give them their own segment! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 06 Jan 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 26.5 | 00:42:34 | |
In this mini-episode Michael explores reader art, fan-made comic heroes, custom action figures found in Wizard number 26 and gets help from the listeners to complete the Spider-Man themed contest quiz. Plus, Adam gets sexy with the Hunk and Babe of the Month and reviews Spider-man 2099 issues 11-15 on the 2099 Hotline. Get one of our NEW WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 20 May 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 11 | 01:38:00 | |
This episode of WIZARDS takes Adam & Michael to hell and back talking 90's comic book phenomenon SPAWN with special guest, Kevin Decent. Plus discover Tim Burton's rejected Batman movie script, a Gareb Shamus sighting and more. Check out the New WIZARDS TeePublic Shop & score some merch! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 24 Mar 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 31 - Cannetti's Revenge! | 01:35:17 | |
What exactly is Cannetti’s Revenge? With Adam returning next episode, he gave Michael free reign to do whatever he wanted for the coverage of issue 31. The Result? This is the most OUT OF CONTROL edition of WIZARDS ever! Michael is cussing up a storm while hopped up on Caffeinated Booze and ends up more lost than usual as Steven tries to get him to talk about John Byrne and the crew launching LEGEND, Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon, the legacy of ElfQuest and more 90’s comic book news. It’s raucous, it’s rowdy, it’s ridiculous…it’s Cannetti’s Revenge! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 19 Aug 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 17.5 | 00:33:31 | |
Things are getting wild on this WIZARDS 1/2 mini-episode as Adam has to fill in for a missing Michael, who is still trapped in the Baxter Building after our most recent episode. In addition to Amazing Art and Homemade Heroes, Adam shares a shockingly hilarious outtake clip, reviews Punisher 2099 and Michael ultimately manages to send a transmission of his answers to the quiz questions from inside the fortress of the Fantastic Four. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link
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| 30 Mar 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 53.5 | 00:59:38 | |
Shawn Robare joins us to talk Casting Call for 90's indie comics movies, Adam reviews Gen 13 issues 6 & 7 by Jim Lee, plus contests and Wizard comics picks! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 28 Feb 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 88.5 | 00:56:56 | |
Adam & Mike review Legion of Super Heroes, The Savage Dragon and Marvel's Heroes Return Thor. Plus, we offer a counterpoint to a recent rant against Wizard magazine on the Robservations podcast, discuss a Thor movie Casting Call, comment on a rowdy Last Man Standing battle and so much more. Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 16 Sep 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 41 | 01:17:15 | |
The crew from Dollar Bin Bandits join Adam to cover the 300 Page 1994 Year End Spectacular! Use this link to get 20% OFF one item, one use per customer.. Valid thru 11/6/21 https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=TRNHALLOWEEN2021 Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 27 Apr 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 55.5 | 00:39:15 | |
Adam reviews Spider-Man Legacy of Evil by Kurt Busiek & Mark Texeira, plus Wizard contests, Mort of the Month and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 03 Mar 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 30 | 01:31:25 | |
"This podcast sucks!" "Shut up, Butthead. WIZARDS Rules!"
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| 22 Jul 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | BONUS Beyond Zero Hour Special | 01:11:13 | |
In 1994 DC Comics decided to clean up their continuity (again) with Zero Hour: Crisis In Time. Join Adam and Michael as they explore the Wizard magazine special issue devoted to the past, present & future of DC Comics, then review this 90's comics crossover event with a lot of laughs along the way. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 21 Oct 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 21 | 01:42:00 | |
On this episode of WIZARDS Michael and Adam talk buying “LIMITED EDITION” autographed comics on The Home Shopping Network, discover the true history of Venom direct from the creator, determine if the Comics Code Authority seal was still used in the 90’s, reveal why Jim Lee lowered the price on his Deathblow comics, get the news on X-Men action figures from Toy Fair 1993 and review Jack Kirby’s final comics work, Phantom Force #1 from Image. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link
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| 16 Apr 2025 | The Wizard Files: Christopher Lawrence | 00:52:17 | |
In this amazing interview with former Wizard Staff Writer, Christopher Lawrence we learn about his involvement in the fictional origin of The Sentry from Marvel Comics, his time spent on the set of the X-Men movie in 2000, traveling to Ireland to interview Garth Ennis, modeling for Alex Ross and so much more. These stories are not to be missed, so listen now, Geeks! You can enjoy an extended version of this conversation with even more unbelievable behind the scenes comic book industry stories by becoming a Patreon subscriber at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5/mo and get access to even more perks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 22 Mar 2023 | SciFi Invasion! Special w/ Doug Goldstein | 01:01:23 | |
In 1997, Wizard launched a new spin-off magazine, hoping for the same success enjoyed by ToyFare and InQuest, that publication was SciFi Invasion! In this bonus episode we're joined by the mind behind the magazine, Doug Goldstein to discuss the 5 issue journey that encompassed everything from Star Wars to Star Trek to The X-Files and beyond. Plus hear a convention story about pro wrestling legend, Kevin Nash that you won't soon forget! Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/wizardscomics to get uncut audio and video versions of this episode, plus a pdf scan of the first issue of SciFi Invasion! and more. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF your order and FREE SHIPPING when you use promo code WIZARDS20 at manscaped.com Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 13 Dec 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | X-Men Special '98 | 01:27:19 | |
This holiday season we're joined by Dalibor aka #indiehypeman from Catalyst Magazine and Gerry D from the Totally Rad Christmas podcast to explore the 35th anniversary celebration of Marvel Comics merry mutants in the Wizard X-Men Special from 1998. We debate who would win a Celebrity Deathmatch style battle in the X-Mansion, review the Children of the Atom/The Hunt For Xavier storylines, determine who is the best X-Men villain and more! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 12 Jun 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 93.5 | 01:07:32 | |
Phillip Sevy returns to give us a professional comic book artist's take on the Basic Training tutorial, review Mutant X and the Marvel Knights Inhumans series, discuss the Mort of the Month and more! Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 08 Apr 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 8 | 01:35:40 | |
In Episode 8 of WIZARDS Adam and Michael find themselves exploring the work of 90’s superstar artist Whilce Portacio, discuss Jim Lee drawing a mutant picnic in X-Men #8, the history of Superman’s pal, Jimmy Olsen and even their own stories of customizing comic book action figures to create new heroes. Plus the finer points of comic book storage with longboxes versus 3 ring binders. Are you part of the #longboxlegion or #binderbrigade? Listen now and get geeky! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 19 Aug 2021 | WIZARDS | 30th Reunion Roundtable! | 01:34:05 | |
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wizard magazine with a panel of former staff members from The Guide To Comics, ToyFare and Anime Insider for the WIZARDS 30th Reunion Roundtable. Listen in as the Wizard Press alumni go hilariously off-track with wild behind the scenes stories while attempting to pitch an imaginary retrospective issue of the magazine.
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| 02 Jun 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 35 | 01:23:58 | |
This episode we're talking classic comics tough guys with our Wolverine and Conan The Barbarian expert, Jeff aka @NLogan77. Plus did Rob Liefeld inspire The Winter Soldier with his Prophet character? All this and more 90's comic book nostalgia! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 23 Sep 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 19 | 02:01:40 | |
Episode 19 of WIZARDS should be titled “2 Guys From Long Island”. With Adam still lost in 2099, past guest and fellow New Yorker, Steven Tsapelas joins up with Michael to discuss The Avengers comics in the 90’s, Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four film, the ongoing debate of whether Wolverine and Sabretooth are related, porn in Wizard, the best places to buy vintage super hero toys near NYC, adventures in the film industry and more meandering talk about The Big Apple than you ever thought possible. Yes, when Michael is tending the store you get comics talk and a whole lot more. Listen now! Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link
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| 28 Aug 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 97 | 01:06:27 | |
This WIZARDS WILD CARD episode finds the hosts discussing pro wrestling crossing over into comics of the late 90's, Marvel's MC2 universe, Batgirl through the years and so much more! Get access to the ultimate WIZARDS experience including PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 07 Oct 2024 | BONUS! WIZARDS Wednesday Rewind Preview | 00:26:38 | |
If you're not subscribed to our YouTube channel, you've been missing out on our new comic book reviews called the WIZARDS Wednesday Rewind. Each week we buy new comics voted on by our social media followers and give our reviews in all new videos. Most recently we discussed the DC All In special from DC Comics and Hyde Street from Ghost Machine. Could this be the LAST ever WIZARDS Wednesday Rewind? It's up to you, Geeks! Listen now and find out how you can save the day! You can also watch this video here to see images from the comics discussed https://youtu.be/vbHcW9R5cBc Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 15 Feb 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 69.5 | 00:50:09 | |
We explore the Wizard Casting Call for a live action Witchblade movie, get into the Top 10 Heroes and Villains list, examine Wizard reviews of Jim Lee's Fantastic Four, Sensational Spider-Man and more! Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 17 Feb 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 29 | 01:31:35 | |
Issue 29 of Wizard is a 300 Page Year End Spectacular! Michael and Steven are joined by comics fan funny man, Bob Winters to look back on the trends and tragedies of comics in 1993, while exploring the promised new era of gimmick-free greatness in 1994. Discussion topics include Zero Issues, Rob Liefeld's unproduced Youngblood cartoon, Fleer Ultra X-men trading cards, the POGs craze and so much more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 02 Nov 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 28: Jesse Thompson | 00:54:19 | |
Former Wizard Associate Editor, Jesse Thompson talks comics, conventions, going on assignment as an extra in The Punisher starring Thomas Jane and barely making the cut on screen. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 17 Aug 2020 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 2: Rick Marshall | 00:46:47 | |
For the 2nd installment of The Wizard Files, Michael and Adam interview Rick Marshall, former head of the wizarduniverse website who reveals the behind the scenes madness of trying to make Wizard magazine relevant in cyberspace. Tales of pillaging the Wizard warehouse to pay online contributors, teaming up with Brian Michael Bendis and more stories from behind the page will have your jaw on the floor. So listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 05 Apr 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 72.5 | 00:58:45 | |
William Bruce West joins Adam for a very fun review of Quantum & Woody from Acclaim Comics. Plus Wizard contests, Mort of the Month, Top 10 Comics and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 01 Mar 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 12: Brian Cunningham | 01:13:47 | |
For Episode 12 we're going back to the beginning of Wizard, with a man who was there before the magazine even existed! Brian Cunningham was a stalwart during his 15 year career as an Editor for the Guide To Comics and gives us his oh so humble take on the rise and fall of this influential publication. Plus, Brian reveals the culprit behind the biggest prank ever perpetrated in the Wizard offices and more behind the scenes fun! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 25 Mar 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 7 | 01:51:06 | |
In episode 7 of WIZARDS Adam & Michael are joined by William Bruce West to dissect Rob Liefeld's Youngblood #1, discuss a rejected X-Men movie script, discover the history of holograms in trading cards and more 90's comic book fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 02 May 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | WIZARDS 1/2: Toy Fair '92 | 00:11:53 | |
In the tradition of Wizard magazine 1/2 comics, Adam is bringing you a short, but info-packed mini-episode of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics covering Toy Fair 1992 where more than 30 new Marvel Comics action figures are being announced, plus a behind the scenes look at how these iconic toys of the 90's were sculpted. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 24 Jan 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 87 | 01:27:46 | |
We're joined by Jay from The Purple Stuff podcast as we explore the Halloween themed fun of Wizard 87 featuring an interview with Gene Simmons of KISS & Todd McFarlane, the works of horror illustrator Bernie Wrightson, the Top 10 Most Dangerous Comic Book Villains and more. We talk KISS, Pro Wrestling, KISS, Halloween candy KISS and of course, 90's comics. Listen now! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 02 Oct 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 98 | 01:17:00 | |
Adam and Mike are getting geeky talking about the the Batman-Books in the year 2000, Jeph Loeb and Joe Kelly on Superman, Marvel Knights Year 2, reviewing Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's JLA: Earth II and so much more! This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com where you can get 20% off one item by visiting their website using this link today https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?usource=lc&utm_medium=affiliate&network=LinkConnector&utm_source=lc&lctid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB&lc_aid=8635&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAA-PvbCB8-MBTddA55-nhNljAap31y&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 10 May 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 74 | 01:21:40 | |
Michael returns to the podcast for a fantastic discussion about Marvel's Heroes Return event, a Batman movie Casting Call, Wizard staff hijinks from the Chicago ComicCon '97 and more! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 11 Dec 2024 | The Wizard Files: Bart Sears | 00:35:52 | |
We talk to prolific Wizard magazine cover artist and Brutes & Babes drawing tutorial creator, Bart Sears about his career in comics from the 80's to the modern day, his many unpublished Wizard covers, launching his own comic book company and so much more. If you're a fan of Brutes & Babes, you can now get 2 volumes of How To Draw Powerful Heroes containing those lessons through Bart's Kickstarter campaign here https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sen-ko/drawing-powerful-heroes-volumes-1-and-2-softcover-editions?ref=75mhjj We have Kickstarter too! Yes, WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics is publishing ARMORED 1/2, a comic book in the style of Wizard magazine 1/2 issues, plus an homage to Wizard magazine itself featuring original art, articles and more. See it for yourself here http://kck.st/3Zmr7Ju Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 16 Mar 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 52.5 | 00:59:46 | |
Adam reviews Sensational Spider-Man #0 and Ben Reilly's first story arc in the new Spidey costume. Plus Wizard contests, Top 10 comics and the secret origin of Keep Squeezin Them Monkeys Lad! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 27 Nov 2020 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Bonus: FANTASTIC FOUR Part 1 | 01:15:14 | |
Once in a generation there is a film so notorious, so legendary, that it’s only heard about in whispers in the back of a comic book shop. For 90’s comics fans, that movie was Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four. Rumored to be so bad Marvel wouldn’t allow it to be released, the film lived in infamy as a bootleg video and remains unreleased to this day. But WIZARDS had to know the truth, so Michael and superfan, Steven Tsapelas are taking you on a deep dive through a 4 part podcast series revealing all the details of the film’s troubled production and one fan’s decade long journey to find a copy of the movie. So push play on Episode 1 and watch out for cosmic rays as the adventure begins! This bonus series also debuts simultaneously on the WIZARDS YouTube channel, so you can see the full video conversation at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqD0b15mU00mx3qceGvFTmw Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 23 Mar 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 53 | 01:29:04 | |
The very funny, Bob Winters joins us to look back at the comics highlights of 1995, discuss the Spider-Man Clone Saga and Stan Lee. Plus, if you thought "the creator of Bloodwulf" hated us before, you ain't seen nothin' yet, Geeks. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 25 Oct 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 83.5 | 01:15:07 | |
In the aftermath of our WIZARDS WILD CARD episode, there's so much more to explore. William Bruce West returns to help fill in the geeky gaps from issue 83 and be sure to stay to the end for Michael's report from New York ComicCon 2023 about all the 90's comic book pros who he talked to about being on the podcast including Erik Larsen, Jim Lee and more! Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks. This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 09 Aug 2023 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 79 | 01:51:36 | |
Adam is joined by listener, Chris Bailey to discuss Wizard's picks for the ultimate superhero team, Rob Liefeld's Awesome Entertainment, a new direction for the X-Men and Gen 13 in 1998, the unproduced Captain America cartoon and so much more!
This episode is brought to you by our partners at Manscaped. Get 20% off your entire order and FREE SHIPPING when you use the promo code WIZARDS20 at manscaped.com today! This episode is also sponsored by the Above The Grave graphic novel by Mitchell Hall and Andrew DeZilva. Purchase your copy today at this link https://www.amazon.com/Above-Grave-Complete-ANDREW-ZILVA-ebook/dp/B07T9X3J97/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EE0E7M4BGBTK&keywords=above+the+grave+andrew+de+zilva&qid=1691477444&sprefix=above+the+grave+andrew+de+zil%2Caps%2C340&sr=8-1 Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 27 Jan 2021 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 27.5 | 00:59:18 | |
This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of new segments and special guests! Michael & Steven review the Top 10 Comics of October 1993, Adam reviews the Marvel 2099 Comics crossover "Fall of the Hammer" and discover what books Michael's been reading lately. Plus our Hunk and Babe of the Month gets a female perspective as @AnnieXFlowers joins the mini-episode crew. All this and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 27 Jan 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 49 | 01:35:31 | |
Adam & Michael are joined by Jeff from the Trekology podcast to talk Joe Madureira on X-Men, the 70’s Spider-Man rock musical, read vintage reviews of Batman Forever by comic book pros and more! Plus, we pick the winners of the Prophet action figure giveaway!
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| 27 Mar 2024 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 90 | 01:12:35 | |
In this issue we explore why Marvel couldn't keep writers on the X-books, get freaked out by a Q&A with Warren Ellis, explore the lost Alex Ross ideas for a Kingdom Come sequel and so much more! Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with TONS of extra conversation and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 19 Oct 2022 | WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 64 | 01:33:05 | |
We're joined by Andrew Cahak of the Life Was Peachy podcast to discuss the 10 year anniversary of The Dark Knight Returns, the legacy of Angela from Spawn, the return of the one true Spider-Man, the state of the Comics Code Authority in 1996, plus ROB LIEFELD SPEAKS about his departure from Image Comics. All this and plenty of laughs on the latest episode of WIZARDS! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 14 Sep 2021 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 25: Andrew Kardon | 01:04:06 | |
This interview is ROCKIN' top to bottom with former Wizard Managing Editor, Andrew Kardon. Hear about Dee Snider from Twisted Sister visiting the Wizard offices, a nerdy dinner with Mark Hamill, the secret origin of Twisted ToyFare Theatre and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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| 28 Sep 2020 | The WIZARD Files | Episode 5: Randy the Comicbook Guy | 00:40:28 | |
This time around on The Wizard Files we’re interviewing former comic book retailer, Randy who opened his store the same month Wizard hit shelves and has many memories of the magazine’s influence on his customers. Hear which ultra-collectible Marvel books he picked up off the rack as a youth in the 60’s, how the hype over The Death of Superman affected his sales for years after and whether Valiant books were actually as big a deal as Wizard led us to believe in the 90’s. It’s a fascinating view of the 90’s comic book boom from the front lines, so listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters
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