Best Uncanny Book Club Podcasts (2025)

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Uncanny Book Club Ep. 4 | X-Men #102 - 104 52:41

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Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 4 we discuss X-Men #102 - 104, where we see the X-Men's not-so-restful vacation at Cassidy Keep, Leprechauns for reasons, their fight with Black Tom Cassidy and Juggernaut, and a battle against the Master of …

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2011 Pt. 2: Uncanny X-Force, X-23, & Wolverine (Pt. 1 is delayed) 1:14:48

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Charlotte and Dave survive Zack’s worst intro yet to talk about some of the best comics we’ve read in a while! P.S. We had an issue with The Children’s Crusade ep, so it’s being bumped down to the end of the year instead. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Uncanny X-Force#9 to #18The Dark Angel SagaX…

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2010 pt. 10: The WORST Spider-Man Comics of All Time?! And FrankenCastle (again) 1:11:31

13d ago1:11:31

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Zack, Charlotte, and Dave enter (across) (into) the View Askewniverse this week to talk about some notorious Spider-Man comics. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Spider-Man: Reign1 to 4Notorious 2000s Comics Catch-Up Time!Spider-Man/ Black Cat: The Evil That Men Do1 to 6Ghost Rider#20 to #25Jason Aa…

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Uncanny Book Club Ep. 3 | X-Men #99 - 101 51:50

19d ago51:50

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Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 3 we discuss X-Men #99 - 101, which takes the X-Men into space in search of their captured teammates, the downfall of Lang and his sentinels, the death — and rebirth — of Jean Grey as the Phoenix, and the X-M…

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2010 Variant Cover E: Thunderbolts Review w/ Tiffany Babb 1:44:13

21d ago1:44:13

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Dave, Zack, Charlotte, and guest star Tiffany Babb decide if Thunderbolts is the return of peak MCU, or just more of the same. Check out Tiffany’s new project, The Comic Courier Issue 2, here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tiffanybabb/the-comics-courier-a-comics-criticism-journal-issue-2 Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 10 Spider-Man: R…

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2010 Pt. 9: Thor: The Mighty Avenger, Bucky on Trial, & Invincible Iron Man 49:06

28d ago49:06

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Zack and Charlotte gush over an All-Ages (maybe?) Thor comic and have mixed feelings about some Brubaker and Fraction arcs. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Thor the Mighty Avenger#1 to #6Can Marvel do All Ages comics?Captain America611 to 615Invincible Iron Man Annual (2010)#1The story of the Mand…

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Uncanny Book Club Ep. 2 | X-Men #96 - 98 40:54

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Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 2 we discuss X-Men #96 - 98, which starts immediately after Thunderbird’s death. Moire McTaggert joins the story, the X-Men battle a demon, Eric the Red has a mind controlled Havok and Polaris fight the X-Men…

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Uncanny Book Club Ep. 1 | Giant Size X-Men #1 - X-Men #95 59:00

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Join us for the inaugural episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Please note — due to some minor audio issues we decided to upload episode 1 and 2 at the same time. If episode 1’s issues are too bothersome, we hope you’ll give a future episode a go. In episode 1 of the show we’…

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Uncanny Book Club | Trailer 1:00

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Listen in Wednesday, April 30 to the first episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic history. Uncanny Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading i…

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2010 Variant Cover D: Dave Interviewed Donny Cates & Chris Claremont! And Daredevil: Born Again Review! 1:31:04

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Dave recounts he stalked some of the biggest names in comics last weekend, and Zack gets vulnerable and reveals his past as an Annoying Teen. Charlotte is vibing. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 9 Thor the Mighty Avenger#1 to #6Can Marvel do All Ages comics?Captain America611 to 615Invincible Iron Man Annual (2010)#1The story of the Mandarin …

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2010 Pt. 8: Daredevil: Shadowland 59:47

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Dave, Charlotte, and Zack are possessed by the dark spirit of Stand Your Ground laws in this episode covering Daredevil: Shadowland. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): ShadowlandReading OrderFocus on event and Daredevil Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 9 Thor the Mighty Avenger#1 to #6Can Marvel…

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2010 Pt. 7: Wolverine, Second Coming, & Uncanny X-Force 1:19:15

2M ago1:19:15

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Dave, Charlotte, and Zack discuss the best ways to watch comic book explainer Youtube videos instead of reading comics we don’t wanna read. It’s just as valid! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): X-Men: Second ComingReading OrderThis will make the most sense if you read the full reading order. For the…

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2010 Variant Cover C: Marvel Rivals Resurrects the X-Men’s Krakoa, Trivia & Jiggle Physics! 1:13:36

2M ago1:13:36

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Dave, Charlotte and Zack talk about the Krakoan Hellfire Gala coming to Marvel Rivals Season Two, and how it signifies a kind of dark period for Marvel Comics publishing. Then, Zack is OBSESSED with Emma Frost’s thighs, and Charlotte rigs a game of trivia! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 7 X-Men: Second ComingReading Order on CBHWolverine#1 t…

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2010 Pt. 6: Hickman’s Fantastic Four: Three 1:23:20

2M ago1:23:20

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Charlotte, Dave, & Zack try to decide which Lord of the Rings character has the most W Rizz… and also some Fantastic Four discussion. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Fantastic Four#575 to #588Hickman run through “Three” Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 7 X-Men: Second ComingReading Order on C…

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2010 Pt. 5: Realm of Kings & Thanos Imperative 1:08:49

2M ago1:08:49

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Charlotte & Dave wield the ultimate cosmic power (podcasting) this week to discuss Realm of Kings & Thanos Imperative. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Realm of KingsReading OrderRead the Realm of Kings one-shotGuardians of the Galaxy / Thanos Imperative#25 / Reading Order Up Next: My Marvelous Yea…

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2010 Variant Cover B: Daredevil Born Again (Again) TV Series Review! 1:34:58

3M ago1:34:58

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Guess who’s back? Back again? Willy’s back. Tell a friend. Hear how Dave, Charlotte, and Zack all land on the first 3 eps of the new Daredevil show (it might surprise you!) Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 5 Realm of KingsReading OrderRead the Realm of Kings one-shotGuardians of the Galaxy / Thanos Imperative#25 / Reading Order Play along with…

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2010 Pt. 4: Amazing Spider-Man: Big Time & Dave’s Favorite Black Widow Story 1:02:15

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On this week’s episode, Charlotte and Zack walk in on their boss (Dave) committing a murder… will they call the cops? Or join in? Find out on this week’s My Marvelous Year! Amazing Spider-Man#618 to #620 / #630 to #633 / #648 to #650Shed, Spider-Man “Big Time” and the Dan Slott era begins.Black Widow#1 to #5My favorite Black Widow story Up Next: My…

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2010 Pt. 3: Jonathan Hickman’s S.H.I.E.L.D. & Secret Warriors 1:13:21

3M ago1:13:21

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Dave & Charlotte spend a Zack-less episode SHIELDing themselves for his Glorious Return (also talking about the comics). On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Secret Warriors#11 to #16If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege.S.H.I.E.L.D.#1 to #6Hickman and Dustin Weaver rei…

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2010 Variant Cover A: Captain America Brave New World Movie Review! 1:19:38

3M ago1:19:38

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Charleader and Zacktain America discuss a Dave New World! Is the MCU back? Did it ever leave? Where am I?! All these questions and more! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 3 Secret Warriors#11 to #16If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege.S.H.I.E.L.D.#1 to #6Hickman and Dustin Weaver reinvent SHIELD Play along with…

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2010 Pt. 2: Fall of the Hulks aka Hulk Tuah the Polls 57:27

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Hulkdad and his Failhulks run amok. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Fall of the HulksReading Order Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 3 Secret Warriors#11 to #16If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege.S.H.I.E.L.D.#1 to #6Hickman and Dustin Weaver reinvent SHIELD P…

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2010 Pt. 1: Thor: Siege 1:02:02

4M ago1:02:02

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Charlotte & Dave conduct a siege on Zack’s heart… but will they be able to shatter his defenses?? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Thor / Siege#604 to #606 / Reading OrderThe Marvel era of events that began in Avengers Disassembled reaches it’s conclusion for the decade. Up Next: My Marvelous Year …

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2009 Variant Cover E: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Animated Series & DC Absolute Universe Comics! 1:27:59

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BOYS NIGHT! Dave and Zack watched the new Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man on Disney+, read all the DC Absolute Universe comics, and finally solved the horniness for Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 1 Thor / Siege#604 to #606 / Reading OrderThe Marvel era of events that began in Avengers Disassembled reaches it’s c…

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2009 Pt. 9: Immortal Iron Fist’s Tournament Arc 1:06:33

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Zack rains his furious fists down on Dave’s pitiful defense of Iron Fist… will Charlotte use her superior strength to intervene? Find out this week on My Marvelous Year! Also, everyone’s favorite hot synthetic horse is here! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Immortal Iron Fist8 to 16Are these dumb c…

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2009 Pt. 8: Brubaker Daredevil, Shuri as Black Panther, & X-Men Legacy 1:15:54

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What do our three strapping young heroes say about this grab bag of comics? Find out this week on MY MARVELOUS YEAR! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Daredevil#116 to #119, #500Series renumbers after issue #119Black Panther#1 to #6ShuriX-Men Legacy#219Professor X and Jugs Up Next: My Marvelous Year…

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2009 Variant Cover D: Marvel Rivals, X-Men ’97 & Creature Commandos! 1:23:03

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This week we go all in on Marvel video games, TV and movies, talking Marvel Rivals, Midnight Sons, X-Men ’97, DC’s Creature Commandos, Charlotte’s MCU rewatch and more! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 8 Daredevil#116 to #119, #500Series renumbers after issue #119Black Panther#1 to #6ShuriX-Men Legacy#219Professor X and Jugs Play along with: C…

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2009 Pt. 7: Oops, All Captains! Captain America & Captain Britain 1:20:08

5M ago1:20:08

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Zack & Dave spending 15 minutes talking about where cream comes from (??!) before getting into this week’s comic… this one is for the sickos. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Captain America / Captain America: Reborn49-50, 600-601 / #1 to #6Try to guess what happens in RebornCaptain Britain and MI:…

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2009 Pt. 6: Elektra, S.W.O.R.D., & Spider-Woman 1:16:59

5M ago1:16:59

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The beginning of the Great Gillen Debate begins… are these comics pure, uncut epicness or simply awesomesauce? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Dark Reign: Elektra1 to 5I remember liking this?S.W.O.R.D.#1 to #5One of my favorite Marvel miniseries, and excellent follow-up to Astonishing X-MenSpider-…

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2009 Variant Cover C: Holiday Best-Of-The-Year Celebration 1:52:28

5M ago1:52:28

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Come hear Charlotte, Dave, and Zack’s list of their favorite comics, music, video games, movies, and more! We listen and we don’t judge… Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 6 Dark Reign: Elektra1 to 5I remember liking this?S.W.O.R.D.#1 to #5One of my favorite Marvel miniseries, and excellent follow-up to Astonishing X-MenSpider-Woman#1Bendis and …

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2009 Pt. 5: Invincible Iron Man, End of JMS’ Thor, and One of the Best Single Issues We’ve Ever Read 1:29:02

6M ago1:29:02

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Join us to hear two cool young Gen Z host give an absolute beatdown on old man Dave and his fun-hating, comics-bashing grumpiness! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Invincible Iron Man#8-10, #18-19The Eisner Winning Iron ManThor / Thor Giant-Size Finale#600 to #603 /#1The end of JMS on ThorMarvel Zo…

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2009 Pt. 4: Punisher dresses as Ant-Man & Amazing Spider-Man continues to uh be a comic you can read 1:03:29

6M ago1:03:29

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Punisher? I barely know her! But seriously folks, these are some good Frank Castle comics. He hides in a slice of pizza and gets eaten by a criminal. Don’t believe me? Well you should have read the comics! Oh and Spider-Man is here. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Punisher / Dark Reign: The List –…

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2009 Variant Cover B: Our History with Comics 1:04:00

6M ago1:04:00

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Charlotte and Zack dig into the comics that made them! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 4 Punisher / Dark Reign: The List – Punisher#1-#2 / #1Rick Remender’s Punisher run beginsAmazing Spider-Man#583, #595 to #600#583 added by Patron Hayden, “American Son” Play along with: Comic Book Herald’s Marvel Reading Order Downloadable Checklist! Suppor…

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2009 Pt. 3: War of Kings 1:05:40

6M ago1:05:40

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On this episode of MMY, Dave alone! Or is he? Is he ever alone when the voices of Zack and Charlotte haunt him eternally? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): War of KingsReading OrderFocus on War of Kings, Nova, and Guardians. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 4 Punisher / Dark Reign: The List – P…

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2009 Pt. 2: The Start of Hickman’s Marvel: Secret Warriors & Fantastic Four 1:20:15

7M ago1:20:15

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Dave, Zack and Charlotte continue 2009 with the beginning of Jonathan Hickman’s long and acclaimed run at Marvel. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Secret Warriors / Dark Reign: Fantastic Four/ Fantastic Four#1 to #5 / #1 to 5/ #570 to #574Sunuvagun the best Nick Fury book in years. / Hickman’s run …

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2009 Variant Cover A: The 300th Episode Spectacular, Flashback Edition! 1:08:53

7M ago1:08:53

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Dave, Zack, and Charlotte celebrate the 300th episode of MMY with a flashback (aka Gardner Monroe) of our 300 favorite memories of the podcast! Up Next: My Marvel Year — 2009 pt. 2 Secret Warriors / Dark Reign: Fantastic Four/ Fantastic Four#1 to #10 / #1 to 5/ #570 to #574Sunuvagun the best Nick Fury book in years. / Hickman’s run on Fantastic Fou…

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2009 Pt. 1: Dark Reign 1:04:47

7M ago1:04:47

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Dave, Zack and Charlotte kick off 2009 with an introduction to Dark Reign! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Dark Reign: The Cabal / Dark Avengers / Utopia#1 / #1 to #4 / Reading OrderBendis’ new Avengers squad for Dark Reign Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 2 Secret Warriors / Fantastic Four#1…

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Convincible #7: Invincible Ends 59:42

7M ago59:42

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Zack was rig… Rigging Convincible the whole time! It was a sham! The cards were stacked against me! This is Convincible, where we try to convince each other whether Invincible is one of the best or worst superhero comics of all time. This episode, Zack and Charlotte finish the whole series. This is the end. On Convincible #7 we read: Support For Co…

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2008 Variant Cover C: Dave/Zack Hugs, Absolute Batman, & the state of Marvel Comics (2024) 54:34

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Dave and Zack have a BOYZ NITE to talk about their reunion in Chicago, news out of New York Comic Con, and Zack’s manga recs. Up Next: My Marvel Year — 2009 pt. 1 Dark Reign: The Cabal / Dark Avengers / Utopia#1 / #1 to #4 / Reading OrderBendis’ new Avengers squad for Dark Reign Play along with: Comic Book Herald’s Marvel Reading Order Downloadable…

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2008 Pt. 8: Captain Britain, Blue Marvel, Incredible Hercules, & Sensational Spider-Man 1:28:34

8M ago1:28:34

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Eisner-Award Determining Dave, Eisner-Award Stealing Zack and the Eisner-Award Winning Tiffany Babb gather to discuss a fascinating slate of 2008 comics, including two Patron recommendations with The Incredible Hercules and Adam: The Legend of Blue Marvel. Plus, we talk that underrated Captain Britain, and a fan-favorite, Eisner-nominated Spider-Ma…

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2008 Pt. 7: Secret Invasion 49:58

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Dave (or is it?), Charlotte (Or Is It?), and Zack (OR IS IT?!) talk Marvel’s 2008 event: Secret Invasion. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Secret InvasionReading OrderCan you even trust your own co-hosts? Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 8 Captain Britain and MI: 13#5 to #9Paul Cornell and Stu…

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2008 Pt. 6: Thunderbolts, Avengers The Initiative, & Invincible Iron Man 1:20:35

8M ago1:20:35

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Dave and Charlotte finish the Ellis/Deodato Thunderbolts before digging into the launch of the much-celebrated, Eisner-winning “The Invincible Iron Man” by Matt Fraction and Salvador Larocca. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Thunderbolts#116 to #121Ellis and Deodato run concludes.Avengers: The Init…

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2008 Variant Cover B: When Does MMY End?, Agatha, and Friends Recommend Friends 54:15

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Dave, Charlotte and Zack talk about Charlotte watching Agatha All Along, Dave wonders when MMY could end, and friends recommend comics, video games, movies and places! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 6 Thunderbolts#116 to #121Ellis and Deodato run concludes.Avengers: The Initiative#13Added by Patreon Backer David A.Invincible Iron Man#1 to #7…

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2008 Pt. 5: Captain America 1:13:17

9M ago1:13:17

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Dave, Zack and Charlotte settle the debates on Bucky’s status as Captain America and American protesting. It’s an all CAP special (No cap). On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Captain America#34 to #45The NEW Captain America Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 6 Thunderbolts#116 to #121Ellis and Deo…

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2008 Pt. 4: Nova & Guardians of the Galaxy 1:03:32

9M ago1:03:32

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Charlotte and Zack tackle the launch of Guardians of the Galaxy and Nova after Annihilation and Annihilation Conquest. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Guardians of the Galaxy / Nova#1 to #3 / #8 to #15The Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning Guardians revamp takes off after Annihilation Conquest. Up Next: …

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2008 Variant Cover A: Marvel Comics for Dummies, Zack Saves Comics & More! 1:32:03

9M ago1:32:03

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Dave and Zack talk about Marvel Comics for Dummies vs DC Compact Classics, whether the direct market approach to comics still has a place, and a listener letter reflecting on the impact of X-Men God Loves Man Kills! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 4 Guardians of the Galaxy / Nova#1 to #3 / #8 to #15The Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning Guardians re…

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2008 Pt. 3: Wolverine (Old Man Logan!) 1:15:43

9M ago1:15:43

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Daverine, Charlogan, and Old Man Zack talk about a million Wolverine comics, including Old Man Logan! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Wolverine / Wolverine: Old Man Logan Giant Size / Wolverine Origins / Logan#56, #62 to #65, #66 to #72 / #1 / #10 / #1 to #3Wolverine in “Get Mystique” by Jason Aar…

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2008 Pt. 2: Amazing Spider-Man 1:07:03

10M ago1:07:03

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Charlotte and Zack settle in for Spider-Man: Brand New Day! Amazing Spider-Man#546 to #551, #567 to #573, #574 to #579Brand New Day – Ok, so Spidey begins TRIPLE shipping in 2008, meaning the full year’s worth of Spider-Man comics takes us from AMS #546 to #581. If you’re a true webhead you can absolutely try to read all of them! For everyone who’s…

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2008 Pt. 1: Hulk & Thor 1:07:51

10M ago1:07:51

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Dave, Charlotte and Zack kick off 2008 with the big question: Is the Red Hulk the dumbest Marvel Comics we’ve ever read? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Hulk (2008)#1 to #6Red Hulk!Thor#7 to #12JMS and Coipel run continues Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 2 Amazing Spider-Man#546 to #551, #56…

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2007 Variant Cover C: Deadpool & Wolverine, Doctor Doom, & the Future of the MCU! 1:52:27

10M ago1:52:27

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Dave, Charlotte and Zack review Deadpool and Wolverine before discussing the Doctor Doom news that broke at San Diego Comic Con and what comes next for the MCU. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 1 Hulk (2008)#1 to #6Red Hulk!Thor#7 to #12JMS and Coipel run continues Play along with: Comic Book Herald’s Marvel Reading Order Downloadable Checklis…

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2007 Pt. 8: Nova/Annihilation Conquest & Silver Surfer 1:42:16

10M ago1:42:16

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Charlotte and special guest Luka Nieto Gray talk all things Marvel Cosmic! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Nova / Annihilation ConquestAC Prologue #1 / Nova #1 to #7 / AC #1 to #6See the Reading OrderSilver Surfer: In Thy Name#1-4 Added by Patron Robert H. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2008 pt. 1 H…

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2007 Pt. 7: World War Hulk 1:05:24

11M ago1:05:24

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Dave, Charlotte and Zack talk all things WORLD WAR HULK! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): World War HulkWorld War Hulk reading order – We’ll read issues of Incredible Hulk & World War Walk / Aftermath for the club.See the Reading Order Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2007 pt. 8 Nova / Annihilation Con…

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