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Action Comics #1000 Review & Infinity War Predictions | The Comics Pals Episode 78

On this episode of The Comics Pals, we review the monumental Action Comics #1000, talk about the news of Steven Spielberg directing a Blackhawk film for DC films, and much more! Reader Mail- 02:47 Random Question of the Week- 16:40 Action Comics #1000 Review- 37:06 Pals Pulls: 1:20:31 Marco - Harrow County #30, Image First Afar #1 Cale - Bug the Adventures of Forager TP, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Annual 2018 Pete - Saga #51 Sean - Kill or be Killed #18, Abbott #4 News: Steven Spielberg Directing Blackhawk Movie for DC: 01:26:11 https://www.dccomics.com/…/breaking-news-spielberg-enters-t… Cathy Yan Top Choice to Direct Untitled Harley Quinn Led Film: 01:33:57 http://deadline.com/…/harley-quinn-margot-robbie-cathy-yan…/ Injustice Universe Crossing Over With He-Man: https://www.polygon.com/…/dc-comics-injustice-he-man-master… SyFy Channel Orders Deadly Class Series: 01:41:31 http://variety.com/…/deadly-class-series-syfy-russo-brothe…/ Jim Starlin and Marvel Are Done (Again): 01:43:41 http://www.vulture.com/…/jim-starlin-creator-of-infinity-wa… Main Topic: 01:51:26 Avengers: Infinity War is just days away, and the world waits with bated breath to see what Marvel and the Russo Brothers have in store for fans. We talk about the 10 years of Marvel Studios films, how it's all led to this epic moment, what we expect from Avengers: Infinity War and where we think this film will leave our favorite characters. 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Chapter Thirty One: A Night To Remember (S2E18)| The Riverdale Review

This week on the Riverdale Review, we've got special guest Olivia Hicks in the booth, dropping some fandom academia into our dumb section of the diner! Plus: Where the heck is Cale? Follow Olivia!: Twitter: @missoliviahicks Instagram: @lassomagicarescarte The Riverdale Review is a weekly conversational review of The CW's Riverdale! The Pals: Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Marco: twitter.com/MrMarcoAnimoto Cale: twitter.com/Totointow

Avengers: Infinity War Review | The Comics Pals Episode 79

Avengers: Infinity War is finally upon us! All the Pals are on hand to talk about this monumental film, and their opinions run the gamut! They also talk about the new Venom trailer, the Eisner Award nominees, and more! Listener Mail 05:48 Random Question of the Week Pals Pulls: 14:42 Phil - DC Nation #0 Pete - The Walking Dead #179 Cale - Go Go Power Rangers #9, Doctor Star and the Kingdom of Lost Tomorrows #3 Sean - DC Nation #0, Avengers #1 The Deadpool Cares Giveaway! 21:20 News: Venom Trailer #2: 24:05 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/23/venom-first-look-at-tom-hardy-in-costume-in-cinemacon-footage/ 2018 Eisner Award Nominees: 33:14 https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/04/26/marvel-comics-eisners-jinx-2018/ Jim Starlin Reviews Avengers Infinity War: 45:04 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/23/thanos-creator-reviews-avengers-infinity-war/ Avengers Infinity War Credits Include Many Comic Creators: 48:10 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/27/avengers-infinity-war-who-are-the-comic-book-creators-in-the-cre/ Avengers: infinity War Projected to Make 225 Million Opening Weekend: 51:22 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/27/avengers-infinity-war-opening-weekend-box-office/ Main Topic: 54:26 Avengers Infinity War Review Post Credits Scene! 2:33:32 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Chapter Thirty Two: Prisoners (S2E19) | The Riverdale Review

This week, returning guest Jeremy Rodriguez joins Pete and Cale in the booth to talk about how right Cale has been about everything! PLUS: The boys accidentally make Nick Archie's nemesis, when clearly he is Veronica's! We apologize for our sexism. Follow Jeremy! Twitter: @RodriguezJeremy Instagram: @RodriguezJeremy_ The Riverdale Review is a weekly conversational review of The CW's Riverdale! The Pals: Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Marco: twitter.com/MrMarcoAnimoto Cale: twitter.com/Totointow

DC Universe Streaming Service Announced | The Comics Pals Episode 80

This week, the Pals talk about the incredible success of Infinity War, the newest Ant-Man and Wasp trailer, and the announcement of the DC Universe streaming service. PLUS: A tragedy? Listener Mail 04:56 Random Question of the Week Pals Pulls: 17:41 Sean - Batman: White Knight #8, Flash #46 Marco - Barrier #1 Cale - Sherlock Frankenstein and the Legion of Evil Vol 1, My Boyfriend is a Bear News: Avengers: Infinity War Breaks Records, Feige Thanks Fans: 23:59 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/30/avengers-infinity-war-kevin-feige-thank-you-opening-weekend/ http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/04/29/avengers-infinity-war-records/ Ant-Man and Wasp Trailer #2: 29:17 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/01/ant-man-and-the-wasp-trailer-paul-rudd-weak/ IDW Hires John Barber as Editor-in-Chief: 35:27 https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/idw-publishing-names-john-barber-as-new-editor-chief-1106830 Boom Studios Hires Jeanine Schaefer as Executive Editor: 38:10 http://comicbookclublive.com/2018/05/02/boom-studios-jeanine-schaefer-executive-editor/ Hasbro Acquires Power Rangers: 40:42 http://comicbook.com/powerrangers/2018/05/01/power-rangers-acquired-by-hasbro/ Babs Tarr to Illustrate Story in Judge Dredd Anthology: 44:43 http://2000ad.com/post/3407 Doomsday Clock Release Schedule Revised (Again): 49:05 https://www.newsarama.com/39737-doomsday-clock-5-and-6-delayed-a-month-each.html Main Topic: 53:57 DC has officially announced their streaming service, titled DC Universe, alongside several shows that will air exclusively via the platform. That said, the announcement is light on information outside of these shows. We break down the content offerings so far, and what it would take to make this streaming service worth our money. 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Chapter Thirty Three: Shadow of a Doubt (S2E20)| The Riverdale Review

Pete is joined by Jeremy again this week because Marco and Cale can't seem to find their way to Pop's anymore! Who is the Black Hood? Was #Calewasright? Tune in! PLUS: Do we actually want fanfic of that? Well, if it gets out name out there... Follow Jeremy! Twitter: @RodriguezJeremy Instagram: @RodriguezJeremy_ The Riverdale Review is a weekly conversational review of The CW's Riverdale! The Pals: Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Marco: twitter.com/MrMarcoAnimoto Cale: twitter.com/Totointow

Crisis at DC Comics? | The Comics Pals Episode 81

This week on The Comics Pals, we discuss the latest trailer for Luke Cage, fans claiming that Star Lord is the true villain of Avengers: Infinity War, the end of Gerard Way’s Young Animal imprint (for now) and much, much more! Be sure to leave us a like on your platform of choice and subscribe to our YouTube channel! Listener Mail- 04:07 Random Question of the Week - 06:38 Pals Pulls: 18:45 Sean - Infidel #3 Phil - The Wildstorm #13 Cale - New Challengers of the Unknown #1, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #27, Quicksilver No Surrender #1 Pete - Barrier #3 News: Inhuman's Cancelled Officially: 28:17 https://www.newsarama.com/39902-inhumans-cancelled.html Luke Cage Trailer: 30:59 https://www.polygon.com/2018/5/7/17326654/luke-cage-season-2-trailer-netflix Fans Deem Star-Lord the Real Villain of Avengers: Infinity War: 37:31 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/12/chris-pratt-addresses-angry-fans-avengers-infinity-war/ Marvel Partners With NetEase for New Chinese Superheroes: 42:48 http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-44078700 Matt Kindt and Tyler Jenkins Announce Black Badge: 52:19 http://www.boom-studios.com/2018/05/07/eisner-award-nominated-matt-kindt-tyler-jenkins-announce-black-badge/ Gerard Way’s Young Animal Imprint Going On Hiatus: 56:54 https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/05/10/gerard-way-young-animal-gone/ Main Topic: 1:00:43 Is there a Crisis at DC Comics? With the announcement of them walking back their 2011 stance of "Holding the Line at 2.99" - a stance they upheld during the Rebirth era of their books, and the rumors of a new 'Crisis' crossover that will reboot their continuity again, fans are beginning to question DC's direction. We break down the rumors and facts and try to determine what's going on at DC. https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/05/11/dc-comics-crisis-event-revealed/ http://comicbook.com/dc/2018/05/10/dc-comics-titles-set-price-at-3-99/ 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Chapter Thirty Four: Judgment Night (S2E21)| The Riverdale Review

The town of Riverdale is falling apart with the events of this episode, and the Pals are feeling the effects! What chilling events happened in this episode? PLUS!: Narrative bricks and worldbuilding! The Riverdale Review is a weekly conversational review of The CW's Riverdale! The Pals: Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Marco: twitter.com/MrMarcoAnimoto Cale: twitter.com/Totointow

Ms. Marvel in the MCU & Deadpool 2 Review | The Comics Pals Episode 82

The Comics Pals are together (minus Cale) for Wizard World Philadelphia, but they managed to sit down and talk about all the biggest news in comics, including the passing of Margot Kidder, the first look trailer for Deadly Class, the announcement from Kevin Feige of Ms. Marvel's arrival to the MCU, and of course, our review of Deadpool 2! Listener Mail Random Question of the Week Pals Pulls: Pete & Marco - Snotgirl Volume 2 Phil - The Wildstorm Volume 2 Sean - Flash #47 News: Margot Kidder Passes: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2018/05/margot-kidder-obit Deadly Class Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCvgBlFWdII Ryan Reynolds Says No Deadpool 3 Coming: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/19/deadpool-3-ryan-reynolds-x-force/ Deadpool 2 Tracking for $350 million dollar opening weekend: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/16/deadpool-2-box-office-opening-weekend/ Marvel Announces West Coast Avengers Returning: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/17/marvel-new-west-coast-avengers-series/ Kevin Feige says Ms. Marvel Is Coming to the MCU: http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/12/ms-marvel-kamala-khan-marvel-cinematic-universe-kevin-feige/ Main Topic: Deadpool 2 is finally out, and The Comics Pals have seen it! Listen to our spoiler-free and spoiler-full thoughts on the latest film from Fox’s X-Men universe. 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

Huge News About HBO's WATCHMEN Revealed! | The Comics Pals Episode 83

This week on The Comics Pals, we talk about the news surrounding Spider-Man: Homecoming 2 and the rumors of Jake Gyllenhaal playing Mysterio, the potential of Donald Glover playing a role in Black Panther 2, what comic book characters we’d name our children after, and MUCH more! We have a WINNER!- 03:47 Listener Mail- 05:07 Pals Pulls: 25:14 Cale - Mech Cadet Yu Vol 1, Black Lightning Hong Kong Phooey Special #1, Void Trip TP Marco - Barrier 5, Blackwood 1 Pete - Doomsday #5, Saga #52, Amazing Spider-Man #800 Phil - Superman by Mark Millar TPB, Doomsday Clock #5 Sean - Doomsday Clock #5, Amazing Spider-Man #800 News: Jake Gyllenhaal in Talks to Play Mysterio: 36:31 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/21/spider-man-sequel-jake-gyllenhaal-mysterio-villain-rumors/ Donald Glover in Talks for Villain Role in Black Panther 2: 43:46 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/23/black-panther-2-michael-b-jordan-donald-glover/ Fans Are Livid Over Death in Deadpool 2: 50:17 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/22/deadpool-2-fridging-vanessa-death-controversy/ Marvel Characters Baby Names: 1:00:33 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/24/marvel-characters-baby-name-most-popular-2017/ Gerry Duggan's Analog Coming to Film: 1:11:16 http://comicbook.com/movies/2018/05/23/analog-comic-movie-image-duggan-chad-stahelski/ Post Justice League Zack Snyder Plans for DCU Revealed: 1:18:05 http://comicbook.com/dc/2018/05/25/report-zack-snyders-fifth-dc-comics-movie-after-justice-league-2/ Main Topic: 1:28:39 HBO's Watchmen to take place in the modern era? With Damon Lindelof finally pulling back the curtain on his upcoming Watchmen series for HBO, including the fact that it would take place in the present day and be a completely original story set in that universe, we discuss whether or not we think that can work, and what a Watchmen series needs to be today to be as impactful as it was when it debuted. http://deadline.com/2018/05/damon-lindelof-watchmen-open-letter-hbo-series-1202396090/ 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: twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: twitter.com/Totointow Marco: twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: twitter.com/Cyborgbebop