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Ryan Cady Interview & The Impact of Comic Conventions | The Comics Pals Episode 52

On our one year anniversary episode (!), The Pals bring on special guest Ryan Cady (writer of MAGDALENA, WARFRAME) to talk about his work at Top Cow, writing for a licensed property like Warframe, and being a member of the current DC Writer’s Workshop class. We gush over the Black Panther and Punisher trailers, talk about the possibility of the Russo brothers leaving the MCU, and more! We also talk about conventions, how important they are to the comic book industry, and how they played a major role in shaping The Comics Pals! PLUS: We learn who is the ultimate Ryan! Pals Pulls: Sean – Batman the Merciless #1 Marco/Pete – Saga #48 News: Black Panther Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjDjIWPwcPU Punisher Premiere Date Revealed: https://www.polygon.com/tv/2017/10/19/16301890/punisher-premiere-date-netflix-marvel Daredevil Season 3 Teaser: https://www.polygon.com/tv/2017/10/17/16490668/daredevil-season-3-teaser-defenders-marvel-netflix Thor: Ragnarok Reviews Extremely Positive: https://www.newsarama.com/37037-thor-ragnarok-rotten-tomatoes-score.html Russo Brothers Leaving MCU After Avengers 4: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/10/20/avengers-4-russo-brothers-leaving-mcu/ Marvel Discusses Marvel Only Convention: https://www.newsarama.com/36974-marvel-have-discussed-doing-their-own-convention.html Main Topic: Comic book conventions have become some of the biggest pop culture events in the United States, with the recent New York Comic-Con event drawing over 250,000 fans. As tremendous as this growth is, much of it is due to the co-opting of these huge shows by other forms of entertainment media, like films, television and video games. Do comic-cons still serve comic books, particularly the creators whose work isn't necessarily well known? The Pals discuss this, and their own experiences at comic book conventions, including how cons have shaped and formed The Comics Pals! The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Chapter 14: A Kiss Before Dying (S2E1) | The Riverdale Review

You loved our Riverdale Season 1 review(Right?!), so we're back for Season 2 reviews every Wednesday (until we come up with a better time slot!). Here are our thoughts on Season 2, Episode 1: "Chapter 14: A Kiss Before Dying"! Featuring: Andy from The Video Game Pals! The Pals: Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Andy: twitter.com/Tiger_Millions

Dirk Manning Interview & Horror Comics | The Comics Pals Episode 51

It’s The Comics Pals spookiest episode yet! The scariest man in comics, Dirk Manning, joins the show to talk about the launch of yet another successful Kickstarter, this time for Tales of Mr. Rhee Volume 4: Everything Burns. He also talks about his collaboration with the band Twiztid, how he’s managed to become successful in comics without ever writing for Marvel or DC, and more! The Pals also talk about horror comics and why the genre not only prevails but thrives, and how it uses the strengths of the comics medium to take the horror genre to another level. PLUS: Phil is a changed man. Apples and Origins Reader Mail Pals Pulls: Marco - Kill or Be Killed 13 Phil - Grayson the Superspy Omnibus Pete - Invincible 141 Sean - Batman 33, Batman The Drowned #1 Justice League Heroes Trailer: https://www.polygon.com/…/justice-league-trailer-superman-c… Len Wein’s Final Swamp Thing Story to Be Released: http://ew.com/…/new-swamp-thing-special-to-feature-posthum…/ Hulu’s Runaways Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6_0dJkjFAM How Marvel Changed Nico Minoru For Runaways Show: https://www.polygon.com/…/16449462/marvel-runaways-hulu-nico Why Hulu Was the Perfect Place For Runaways: https://www.polygon.com/…/runaways-hulu-marvel-tv-jeph-loeb… Fox’s New Mutants Trailer: http://www.heroicgirls.com/first-new-mutants-trailer-read…/… Main Topic: The horror genre has a long, storied history in the comics medium, with some of the best comics of all time also being some of the greatest horror stories ever told. In honor of the spookiest time of year, the Pals talk about all things horror comics, breaking down the differences between horror films and comics, the limitations horror comics have and the ways the medium uses its strengths to tell amazing horror stories, and we talk about some of our favorite horror comics. The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Riverdale Season 1 Review | The Comics Pals

The Comics Pals have finally decided to bite the bullet and review the full first season of Riverdale! Cale, Pete, and Marco discuss their general feelings about the show, the comparison to Twin Peaks, the various murders and (most importantly) all of the ships! This episode was recorded on July 4th, 2017! Stay tuned for Riverdale Review the show where we’ll review every episode of Season 2! Right here in the Pals Network! Catch Riverdale on the CW on Wednesday nights! The Pals: Cale: @totointow Pete: @Loud_Pete Marco: @woeismarco_

Marvel Stumbles, DC’s Doomsday Clock Dazzles & More From NYCC 2017 | The Comics Pals Episode 50

The Pals (minus Cale) are united in New York City this weekend for New York Comic-Con! This week on the show they talk about all the biggest news coming out of the event, including the nightmare that was Marvel’s retailer-only Panel, the Marvel/Northrup Grumman partnership that was announced and ended within twelve hours, huge Walking Dead news and major announcements about DC’s Doomsday Clock. PLUS: We are very tired boys. News: Marvel’s Retailer-Only Panel Erupts: https://www.newsarama.com/36750-retailers-become-heated-over-marvel-variants-diversity-in-closed-doors-nycc-panel.html Marvel/Northrup Grumman Partnership Controversy: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/07/marvel-faces-fan-backlash-over-deal-with-arms-manufacturer Marvel and The Weeknd Debut New ‘Starboy’ Comic: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/10/07/the-weeknd-starboy-comic/ Marvel Reveals ‘Weapon H’ Series: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/05/nycc-new-marvel-comic-stars-hulkwolverine-hybrid-weapon-h Marvel Legacy: X-Men Panel: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/07/which-iconic-x-men-character-isnt-returning-for-marvel-legacy Marvel and Netflix Cancel Punisher Panel, Possibly Delay Show Debut: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/10/05/marvel-netflix-reportedly-delay-punisher/ Marvel Reveal Stan Lee Documentary: https://www.newsarama.com/36808-nycc-17-stan-lee-joe-quesada-in-conversation.html Walking Dead Season 8 Footage Revealed: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/08/the-walking-dead-shows-season-8-scene-to-new-york-comic-con-fans F-Word Now Usable on The Walking Dead: http://comicbook.com/thewalkingdead/2017/10/07/the-walking-dead-season-8-fuck-profanity/ The Walking Dead and Fear The Walking Dead Will Crossover: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/08/the-walking-dead-to-crossover-with-fear-the-walking-dead Robert Kirkman Debuts New Series ‘Oblivion Song’: http://comicbook.com/thewalkingdead/2017/10/06/walking-dead-robert-kirkman-oblivion-song/ DC Metal/New Age of Heroes Panel: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/10/06/nycc-2017-dc-metal-new-age-of-heroes-panel-live-blog/ DC Reveals Milestone Resurrection as New Imprint: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/10/06/dc-resurrects-the-milestone-universe-and-tom-strong DC Doomsday Clock Panel: https://www.newsarama.com/36784-nycc-17-geoff-johns-doomsday-clock-panel.html Main Topic: The Pals talk about some of their coolest experiences at NYCC, including Sean attending the Doomsday Clock Panel. They then break down all the huge revelations from the panel and discuss how the big news changes the way they feel about this upcoming event. The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Ryan O'Sullivan + Plaid Klaus Interview & The Future of DC Entertainment | The Comics Pals 49

This week the Pals are joined by two very special guests: writer Ryan O’ Sullivan and artist Plaid Klaus! The two talk about their new series Void Trip over at Image, and after Plaid gets sucked into the void himself, the Pals and Ryan talk about two huge Image titles headed to television, the ongoing saga of James Cameron v. Wonder Woman, and whether or not DC Entertainment’s new film strategy can save them from the free fall they’ve been in save for Wonder Woman. PLUS: -Apples and Origins -Reader Mail -Pals Pulls -News: Inhumans Showrunner Scott Buck Says Movie Plans Didn't Effect Show: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/09/28/inhumans-movie-influence-scott-buck/ Tensions Rise Between ABC and Disney Over Mandate to Renew SHIELD: https://variety.com/2017/…/news/abc-idol-inhuman-1202573827/ Deadly Class Television Series Helmed by the Russos Headed to SYFY: http://comicbook.com/tv-shows/2017/09/27/deadly-class-comic-tv-series-syfy-russo-brothers/ Lazarus Television Series Headed to Amazon: https://www.newsarama.com/36638-lazarus-tv-series-coming-to-amazon.html James Cameron Responds to the Criticism His Wonder Woman Comments Have Received: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/27/james-cameron-wonder-woman/ Lynda Carter Claps Back at James Cameron: https://www.newsarama.com/36639-lynda-carter-hits-back-at-james-cameron-s-wonder-woman-critique.html Geoff Johns and Diane Nelson Talk DC Film Universe: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/27/james-cameron-wonder-woman/ Main Topic: Can DC's new vision for their film world turn the tide in their favor? In a revealing interview with Vulture, Geoff Johns and Diane Nelson talk about some of the problems the DCEU (which we learned is NOT the official name for DC's film universe) has experienced, and how they're planning to right the ship. Can these strategies be effective, or have people already made up their minds about DC's film offerings? The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Could Doomsday Clock Spell Doom For DC Comics? | The Comics Pals Episode 48

In a week filled with huge news in the comic book world, the Pals share their thoughts on the first trailer for Netflix’s Punisher series, the return of the original Jean Grey to mainline continuity at Marvel (MUCH to Sean’s pleasure!), the announcement of HBO’s Watchmen, and just how big of a risk Doomsday Clock is to DC Comics. PLUS: COULD a lightsaber cut through adamentium?! -Buy or Sell -Pals Pulls News: Punisher Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIY6zFL95hE Nerdist Thor: Ragnarok Trailer: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/09/18/thor-ragnarok-vhs-retro-trailer/ Defenders Least Watched Marvel Series on Netflix: http://www.cbr.com/defenders-least-watched-marvel-series/ Jean Grey Returning to Marvel Comics: https://www.polygon.com/comics/2017/9/18/16329394/marvel-comics-jean-grey-phoenix HBO’s Watchmen Series Moving Forward: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/20/watchmen-reboot-tv-series-hbo-damon-lindelof/ Zack Snyder Reveals He Has no Involvement With Justice League: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/09/19/why-zack-snyder-is-not-checking-in-on-justice-league Wonder Woman Ends Box Office Run: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/19/wonder-woman-ends-box-office-run/ Matthew Vaugn Talks Man of Steel 2: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/18/matthew-vaughn-superman-man-steel-2-story-ideas/ Greg Capullo to Draw Swamp Thing After Dark Nights: Metal: http://whatculture.com/comics/greg-capullo-will-draw-swamp-thing-next-year Geoff Johns Talks Doomsday Clock: https://www.polygon.com/comics/2017/7/25/16022798/geoff-johns-doomsday-clock DC SVP Says Doomsday Clock Will be Biggest Selling Comic of 2017: https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/07/21/dc-doomsday-clock-1-best-selling-comic/ DC to Release Doomsday Clock at 11:57PM: https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/09/20/dc-comics-release-doomsday-clock-1-11-57pm-tuesday-november-21st/ Main Topic: DC has built up plenty of goodwill since the launch of Rebirth, winning back a lot of lapsed fans and making quite a few new fans in the process. For most hardcore fans though, revisiting the Watchmen universe is seen as one of the few ‘third rail’ decisions a comic book company can make, up there with resurrecting Uncle Ben. Doomsday Clock does exactly that, but can DC Comics convince fans that there’s good reason use the Watchmen characters for this story? Does this monumental event put DC at risk of losing some of that goodwill? The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Superman Controversy & G.I. Joe Fans v. Aubrey Sitterson Explained | The Comics Pals Episode 47

This week, the Pals comment on the passing of Len Wein, the case of deja vu brought on by our first look at David Harbour’s Hellboy, the ridiculous controversy surrounding Superman saving an immigrant -- which is exactly what Superman has always done, and we break down the witch hunt against Aubrey Sitterson being led by G.I. Joe fans, and what these two big stories say about the bigotry problem in comics. PLUS: A villain ha sabotaged the Pals?! Buy or Sell Pals Pulls News: Len Wein Passes: http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2017/09/10/len-wein-1948-2017 Zack Snyder Not Doing Press For Justice League: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/09/12/justice-league-zack-snyder-no-press/ Sam Humphries and Bernard Chang Take Over Nightwing: http://www.cbr.com/exclusive-sam-humphries-bernard-chang-nightwing/2/ Stan Lee Talks Rift With Steve Ditko: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2017/09/12/stan-lee-reveals-argument-with-steve-ditko-over-green-goblin/ Stan Lee Returning to Florida Convention to Aid Relief Effort: https://www.newsarama.com/36393-stan-lee-breaks-florida-for-hurricane-irma.html?fref=gc&dti=833038996839182 David Harbour as Hellboy Revealed: http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/09/13/hellboy-first-look-at-david-harbour-new-logo-revealed Daniel Dae Kim Lands Role in Hellboy as Ben Daimio: http://www.cbr.com/hellboy-daniel-dae-kim-ben-daimio/?utm_source=CBR-FB-P&utm_medium=Social-Distribution&utm_campaign=CBR-FB-P&view=list Marvel Two-in-One to Address Absence of Reed and Sue Richards: https://www.newsarama.com/36372-marvel-two-in-one-1-reunites-ben-grimm-johnny-storm-to-do-what-the-ff-does-best-in-marvel-legacy.html Superman Saves Immigrants Life, as He Should: http://www.cbr.com/of-course-superman-saved-immigrant-workers-its-what-he-does/ IDW Potentially Firing Aubrey Sitterson: https://www.themarysue.com/idw-actually-considering-taking-action-against-writer-based-on-the-whims-of-right-wing-harassers/ Aubrey Sitterson Timeline: https://www.bleedingcool.com/2017/09/14/timeline-aubrey-sitterson-gi-joe/#.WbrePqI9pFM.twitter Main Topic: Superman and G.I. Joe: Symbols of Freedom and Idealism, or Standardbearers of Oppression? This week in comics, we got TWO conversations surrounding bigotry and whether or not comic book characters can be used to make political statements. The books in question are born out of social and political turmoil, but some fans believe that these characters should stay out of such politically charged discourse. We break down both situations this week and explain why Superman, G.I. Joe and similar characters will always fight on the side of the oppressed. The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Is the Comic Book World Turning on Marvel? | The Comics Pals Episode 46

This week on The Comics Pals is a Marvel-centric one as the Pals talk about the series of bad news for Marvel that sparks a discussion about whether or not Marvel’s time on top of the comics world has passed, what they’ve done so wrong to turn off so many people, and what Marvel needs to do to bring their fans back. You don’t want to miss this discussion! Pals Pulls News: Jared Leto Confused About WB Joker Plans: http://www.ign.com/…/suicide-squads-jared-leto-a-little-con… John Cena a Frontrunner to Play Shazam: http://www.cbr.com/shazam-cena-sasse-billy-batson-characte…/ Justice League Second Most Anticipated Fall Film: http://comicbook.com/…/justice-league-most-anticipated-fal…/ Relationship Between Thor & Loki Central to Thor:Ragnarok: http://www.ign.com/…/thor-ragnarok-odin-knew-of-cosmic-thre… Aspects of Gorr The God Butcher Used For Hela in Thor: Ragnarok: http://comicbook.com/movies/…/09/05/thor-ragnarok-hela-gorr/ Drew Goddard to Direct X-Force Film: https://www.polygon.com/…/xforce-deadpool-cable-drew-goddar… Sony Hack Reveals Required Peter Parker Character Traits: http://variety.com/…/sony-hack-peter-parker-spider-man…/amp/ Inhumans Causes Rift Between ABC & Marvel: https://variety.com/2017/tv/news/marvel-inhumans-1202547854/ Comic Shops Refuse to Buy Into Marvel’s Lenticular Covers: http://comicbook.com/…/marvel-legacy-comic-shop-owners-tak…/ Big Bang Comics on Twitter Talks Secret Empire Failure: https://twitter.com/TheBigBang_/status/905558314255253505 Sales for Secret Empire: http://www.comichron.com/monthlycomicssal…/2017/2017-07.html Main Topic: Is the comic world turning on Marvel? Marvel comic book sales are down this year from 2016's numbers. Secret Empire drastically underperformed and was met with heavy backlash from fans and critics alike based on its premise alone. Retailers are outright refusing to buy-in on the Marvel Legacy lenticular covers. Confidence in Marvel is nearly as low as it's ever been, leading to two obvious questions: is Marvel's time as the unrivaled king of the comic book world at an end, and what can be done to right this ship? The Comics Pals (may) have the answers! The Pals: Sean: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

The Definitive Ranking of Marvel's Netflix Shows | The Comics Pals Episode 45

This week, the Pals talk about more rumors surrounding the Joker movie, including whether or not Leonardo Dicaprio would ever accept the role as the Clown Prince of Crime, Ed Skrein stepping down from his role in Hellboy film due to whitewashing, the incredibly bad reviews for the Inhumans debut on Imax, and of course, our definitive, set in stone forever rankings of the Marvel Netflix shows! You don’t want to miss this one! PLUS: A guest appearance by President Wilson Fisk? Pals Pulls News: Joker Movie to be "Dark and Real" http://www.cbr.com/joker-origin-movie-super-dark/?utm_source=CBR-FB-P Leonardo Dicaprio as Joker: https://www.newsarama.com/36225-report-warner-wants-leonardo-dicaprio-for-joker-solo-film.html http://www.cbr.com/leonardo-dicaprio-joker-origin-film-fake/ Lakeith Stanfield Wants to Play Joker: http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/08/26/the-joker-origin-movie-martin-scorsese-fancast-lakeith-stanfield/ Dick Grayson Has Been Cast: http://www.cbr.com/titans-tv-dick-grayson/ Ed Skrein Steps Down From Hellboy Role: https://www.polygon.com/2017/8/29/16219630/hellboy-actor-whitewashing-ed-skrein Simon Kinberg Wants to Make 'Dark Phoenix' Movie Grounded: http://www.cbr.com/x-men-dark-phoenix-grounded/?utm_source=CBR-FB-P Inhumans Show Dragged On Social Media: https://www.polygon.com/tv/2017/8/29/16220418/marvel-inhumans-trailer-medusa-hair First Look At Misty Knight's Bionic Arm: http://www.cbr.com/luke-cage-s2-misty-knight-bionic-arm-photo/ Sin-Eater Rumored to be Daredevil Season 3 Villain: http://www.cbr.com/daredevil-season-3-villain-rumor/ Punisher Episode Titles Revealed: https://www.polygon.com/tv/2017/8/28/16217222/marvel-punisher-netflix-episode-titles-premiere-date What Leads Viewers to Watch Marvel Netflix Shows: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/tv/2017/08/22/you-wont-believe-what-shows-lead-viewers-watch-netflixs-marvel-series/587947001/ Main Topic: Ranking Marvel's Netflix shows! With six seasons of television in the bank, the Pals give their definitive rankings for each show and then tally them for our official ranking. At least until Punisher comes out and changes everything! The Comics Pals is a weekly comic book podcast where a group of comic book journalists and friends get together to talk comics. The Pals: Sean: https://twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: https://twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: https://twitter.com/Totointow Marco: https://twitter.com/woeismarco_ Phil: https://twitter.com/Cyborgbebop