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Conversation: Comics- Uncanny X-Men #135

On the latest installment of Conversation: Comics! Todd & Tim once again dig out their longboxes to re-examine the famed Chris Claremont & John Byrne run of Uncanny X-Men. This time they’re rising up soaring thru the cosmos and roasting broccoli people as they examine Uncanny X-Men #135: Dark Phoenix!
​Todd Weber’s Conversation: Comics! is THE sometimes-published comic book interview show featuring host Todd Weber and guests from the wide spectrum of the comics industry–from pros to retailers to bloggers, podcasters and fans discussing their favorite comic runs, characters, creators and merchandise.
 
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Hard-Traveling Fanboys Podcast #152: Hard Travelers for Hire -- Captain Marvel SPOILER Review

*SPOILER WARNING* Mild-mannered reporters by day, Greg Phillips and Nick Duke share an intense love of comic books that has made them the Hard-Traveling Fanboys. Now, by listener request, Greg and Nick are embarking on a chronological voyage through the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Captain Marvel Month rolls on as the boys give their SPOILER-FILLED review of the current #1 movie in America, Captain Marvel! Does Brie Larsen bring the Carol Danvers of the comics onto the big screen? What about the usage of classic Marvel alien figures? Where does this one rank in the MCU? Listen at your own peril, as this one has spoilers a-plenty!

PTBN E-Ticket Attraction #1

Welcome, welcome to the debut edition of the PTBN E-Ticket Attraction! The podcast for all your theme park needs! Join host Jason Sherman as he welcomes Andy Atherton and Neil Trama as they discuss the happiest place on Earth, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Here they’ll discuss their personal memories, their favorite and LEAST favorite rides and attractions, as well as give you the low down on the best places to chow down. The guys also talk about the future of the park and what they are looking forward to. Jason also gives his thoughts on the recent festival to grace Epcot, the Festival of the Arts, as he tells you the best eats and drinks. So sit back, make sure your safety harness is fastened and all your personal items are stored away as you enter the PTBN E-Ticket Attraction!

Pop Goes The Movies - Captain Marvel Review

In this episode of Pop Goes The Movies, Andy Atherton, Mirandia Berthold & Scott Crisuolo get together to discuss the latest Marvel Studios release, Captain Marvel. The gang gives their general thoughts about the MCU up to this point as well as their non-spoiler takes on the film. After a short break, they go into full spoiler mode discussing the plot, ending and mid & post credits scenes. As well as, where the MCU could be headed as Avengers: End Game is opening in less than two months. 
 
 

Hard-Traveling Fanboys Podcast #151: The Longbook Hunters -- Captain Marvel: In Pursuit of Flight

Mild-mannered reporters by day, Greg Phillips and Nick Duke share an intense love of comic books that has made them the Hard-Traveling Fanboys. Over the course of their travels through comicdom, they have encountered numerous stories via the wonder of trade paperbacks and graphic novels. Once a month, Nick and Greg will review one of those collections in The Longbook Hunters. In this edition, CAPTAIN MARVEL MONTH continues as the boys review the first volume of Kelly Sue DeConnick’s acclaimed run on Captain Marvel, “In Pursuit of Flight!” Witness as Ms. Marvel becomes Captain Marvel!

Podblast - PTBN's Greatest Candy Tournament Preview

On this special Podblast, Andy Atherton, JT Rozzero and Mike Cook get together to discuss PTBN’s Greatest Candy Tournament. The guys break down all of the first round matchups as well as discuss their personal favorite candies and how far they’ll make it through the field of 128. Will the number one seeds of Snickers, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Starbursts and Jolly Ranchers represent  each of their respective regions in the Final Four? Will candies such as Kit Kats, Blow Pops, Peanut M&M’s or Skittles go on runs through the brackets? Or perhaps a Cinderella story like Payday, Ande’s Candies, Jawbreakers, or Dots will shock the field? This is must-listen before you fill out personal bracket. May the best candy win!

Binge, Please #1: Show Explanation and PEN15 review

Welcome to PTBN Pop's latest podcast, Binge, Please. Binge, Please is all about streaming TV content-what bingeable shows are worth your time and what streaming services are worth your hard-earned dollars? This debut episode talks about the show's format, what streaming tv devices are used and what cord-cutting options are out there, as well as a review of Hulu's PEN15. Join host Todd Weber as he navigates the world of streaming tv and movies--are we going to review Umbrella Academy? Binge, Please.

Songs With Friends 22: Frontin' November

Join Steve Williams and Kelly for episode 22 of Songs With Friends!  On the docket this week are the Guns and Roses epic "November Rain" and Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z's "Frontin.'" Topics include Kelly's pharmaceutical adventures, scandalous wedding dresses, church tongue, ECW November to Remember, the art of being back on your bs, digital cameras, our plans for the winning Powerball jackpot, plus a bonus interruption from Hugo The Podcast Pup as he prepares for his nightly snooze. Thanks for listening!

the Great Debate Episode #4

In the latest episode of The Great Debate, host Andy Atherton is joined by Russell Sellers, David Sunday, Jason Sherman and PTBN newcomer Steve Patti. The gang discusses and debates a variety of sports topics including: the current playoff formats in the four major sports league, stadiums and arenas they’ve always wanted to visit, favorite stadium eats, stadium music that pumps you up and underrated sports movies. As well as pop culture topics such as music trends that need to go away, Liam Neeson movies vs. Pierce Brosnan movies, their favorite character actors, gender or race bending movie remakes, cover songs that surpass the originals and who they would cast as the Fantastic Four when they come into the MCU. And as always, the show closes with a fun rapid fire round that runs the gamut.

PTBN's NBA-Team Podcast- Movin' and Shakin'

Adam and Andrew are back to survey the basketball landscape and to tell you what's on the hoops horizon. Can the Lakers continue to stay 4 games out of the playoff race?

Hard-Traveling Fanboys Podcast #150: The Longbook Hunters -- The Death of Captain Marvel

Mild-mannered reporters by day, Greg Phillips and Nick Duke share an intense love of comic books that has made them the Hard-Traveling Fanboys. Over the course of their travels through comicdom, they have encountered numerous stories via the wonder of trade paperbacks and graphic novels. Once a month, Nick and Greg will review one of those collections in The Longbook Hunters. In this edition, the boys kick off CAPTAIN MARVEL MONTH with a look at Marvel's first officially labeled graphic novel, The Death of Captain Marvel! Jim Starlin wrote and illustrated this look at the last days of Mar-Vell, Marvel's first swing at the Captain Marvel character.

Talk'n Pop #12: My Father, The Hero

In lieu of a guest this month, Jenny and Tim sit down to live watch a film that gives them many Complex Feelings. 1994's My Father the Hero is a family (?) movie that features a teen-aged Katherine Heigl on vacation in the Bahamas with her father, Gerard Depardieu. Then she leads a boy working at the resort to believe Gerard is in fact her boyfriend. Because....reasons? Tim and Jenny discuss dirty old men, super young Katherine Heigl, water-skiing, The Baha Men, vacation activities, daddy issues, Jaws: The Revenge 2, and so much more!! There may even be a few shoot revelations about one of the co-hosts.  Only here on Talk'n Pop! 
*Producer's note: The opening bit is not an editing error, I left it in because I thought it was funny* 

Marvel Age Podcast Featuring the Sarcastic Four: 1969 Part Two

Welcome to the Marvel Age! Each month PTBN Comics’ very own Sarcastic Four (Nick Duke, Tim Capel, Russell Sellers and Todd Weber) take an in-depth,year-by-year look at Marvel Comics’ publishing history, focusing on 10 significant stories from that year. The team looks at important character debuts, discusses significant comic creators, and places social and historical context of the era onto the books-all culminating in a holistic look at the Marvel Age of Comics.
This thirsty THIRTEENTH episode takes a concentrated look at roughly half of the best of Marvel’s output throughout 1969. The Sarcastic Four talk in depth about Marvel Comics’ X-Men and its dynamic new artist (plus the return of Magneto and the debut of Sauron), Captain America's new/old partner Rick "Bucky" Jones and his new/new partner the Falcon in their battles against Madame Hydra and the returning Red Skull, the debut of the Rick Jones/Captain Marvel pairing plus the return of Ultron and the debut of the Squadron Sinister in Avengers; the boys discuss the contributions of creators Stan Lee, Roy Thomas, Jim Steranko, Gene Colan, John Buscema, John Romita as well as the debuting Neal Adams, Sal Buscema, Gil (that's gotta be) Kane and Barry (not yet Windsor) Smith.

Laugh-In Theater #1: Caddyshack

In the premiere episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by his Year In Pop co-host Scott Criscuolo to do a live-watch of the 1980 comedy classic, Caddyshack. The guys talk about the great cast headlined by Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight and Bill Murray; the origin of the story that was based on the Murray brothers real-life experiences as caddies growing up; the comedy genius of Harold Ramis & Doug Kenney; the love/hate relationship fans have with the gopher; the behind the scenes stories of weather issues, constant partying and dissention amongst the cast and the plethora of quotable lines from the movie. So make sure you get your caddy card signed, grab a Baby Ruth and don’t forget to “be the ball.”

Marvel Age Master Class: 1969 part one with Todd Weber

Welcome to the Marvel Age Master Class Podcast! Each month, former Marvel Editorial Director of Digital Media Ben Morse joins with a member of PTBN Comics’ very own Sarcastic Four (Nick Duke, Tim Capel, Russell Sellers or Todd Weber) to take a closer look at the year previously highlighted in that same month’s Marvel Age Podcast! Ben brings his wealth of behind-the-scenes knowledge to catch things the S4 missed and brings his unique perspective to talk about the stories and creators of the selected year.
Ben’s Therapeutic Thirteenth episode  takes a concentrated look some of the finest of Marvel Comics’ output throughout 1969. Ben is joined by “The Manager” Todd Weber from the Sarcastic Four to talk about Thor, Ego the Living Planet, Galactus, The Incredible Hulk, the Leader, the Amazing Spider-Man, the Kingpin and the Original Guardians of the Galaxy. Morse & Weber discuss the work of creators Stan Lee, Jim Steranko, Arnold Drake, John Romita, Roy Thomas, Gene Colan and Herb Trimpe; Ben and Todd talk about diverging paths between Lee and Kirby as well as why the Hulk didn’t catch on in Marvel’s early years.