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Chapter Thirty Five: Brave New World (S2E22)| The Riverdale Review

The booth is packed for a very special finale episode of The Riverdale Review all about the (exciting?) conclusion to Season 2 of Riverdale! Follow Our Guests: Gabby: Twitter: @gvanwelie Instagram: @gabriellevw The Nerd League: @thenerdleague / https://thenerdleague.com Jeremy: Twitter: @RodriguezJeremy Instagram: @RodriguezJeremy_ 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

ASM #800, Man of Steel #1 & Doomsday Clock #5 Reviews | The Comics Pals Episode 84

This week, the Pals talk about the biggest news of the week, including Jamie Foxx being officially announced to play Spawn, Andrew Lincoln leaving The Walking Dead and what that could mean for the show, the Penguin being rumored to be the villain for Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ film, and much more! PLUS: We review the three biggest comic book releases of the week: Amazing Spider-Man #800, Man of Steel #1 and Doomsday Clock #5. Would You Rather Game- 03:38 Pals Pulls: 09:15 Marco - Archie #31 Cale - Go Go Power Rangers #10, Justice League #1, Immortal Hulk #1 Pete - Walking Dead 180 Phil - Dark Knights Metal Deluxe HC Sean - Man of Steel #2, Justice League #1 News: Jamie Foxx is Spawn: 16:39 http://comicbook.com/movies/2018/05/29/spawn-movie-jamie-foxx-lead-confirmed-todd-mcfarlane/ Andrew Lincoln Exiting The Walking Dead: 25:42 http://comicbook.com/thewalkingdead/2018/05/29/the-walking-dead-andrew-lincoln-exit-season-9/ Netflix Releases Trailer For The Magic Order Comic: 33:37 http://comicbook.com/comics/2018/06/01/netflix-the-magic-order-comic-book-mark-millar-trailer/ Penguin Reportedly Top Choice For Villain in The Batman: 43:52 http://comicbook.com/dc/2018/05/30/the-batman-movie-villain-penguin-birds-prey/ Silver and Black Removed From Sony Schedule: 53:57 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/06/01/spider-man-spinoff-silver-black-removed-from-sonys-schedule/ New Details About Morbius Solo Movie Emerge: 58:44 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/05/26/morbius-movie-plot-details/ Police Called to Stan Lee's Home: 1:03:07 http://comicbook.com/marvel/2018/06/01/police-stan-lee-hollywood-home-two-gunmen-attack/ Stuart Immonen Not (Quite) Retired: 1:11:24 https://www.newsarama.com/40139-immonen-elaborates-on-comics-retirement.html Main Topic: We review the three biggest comic book releases of the week: Amazing Spider-Man #800 (1:15:50), Man of Steel #1 (1:40:32) and Doomsday Clock #5 (1:58:51). You don’t want to miss our takes on these monumental comics! 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

Snotgirl Book Club | The Comics Pals

For this month's book club, the Pals read one of Pete & Marco's favorite books of the last few years: Snotgirl! Written by Scott Pilgrim writer Bryan Lee O'Malley and drawn by the incredible Leslie Hung, the book is one of the most unique titles on the shelves today! Leave us a comment letting us know what book YOU’D like to see us choose next for our book club, and don’t forget to like and subscribe while you’re here! 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

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

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

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 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

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 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