The Comics Pals

On this week’s show, we discuss Keanu Reeves' Kickstarter drama, bootleg superhero toys & read the week's biggest books: Empyre #6 & Strange Adventures #5. 00:05:55 - Housekeeping 00:07:22 - Listener Mail 00:27:45 - Bootleg Toys & Spider-Man’s Original Colors 00:35:59 - Pals Pulls 00:38:55 - Robert Pattinson Tests Positive for COVID-19 00:47:00 - Batman Day 00:57:01 - Sony/Marvel TV Shows including Silk 01:17:27 - Shang Chi trailer 01:25:24 - BRZRKR Kickstarter Drama 01:55:05 - Empyre #6 Review 02:18:35 - Strange Adventures #5 Review ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YouTube: https://youtube.com/thecomicspals Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecomicspals Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecomicspals ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join us on Discord: discord.gg/TfmEBtU ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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

We react to all the new trailers from DC Fandome including The Batman, discuss the release of New Mutants, and read the week's biggest books: X-Men #11 and Batman: Three Jokers #1! 00:16:43 - Listener Comments: 00:23:29 - Pals Pulls: Marco - We Only Find Them When They’re Dead #1 / Strange Adventures #5 Sean - We only Find Them When They're Dead #1 News: 00:46:27 - The Batman Trailer: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/the-batman-trailer-4k-released-matt-reeves/ 01:05:05 - The Snyder Cut Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6512XKKNkU&feature=emb_rel_pause 01:13:02 - Black Adam Animated Teaser: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/black-adam-dc-movie-trailer-fandome-dwayne-johnson-the-rock/ 01:17:43 - Suicide Squad Characters Revealed: https://twitter.com/suicidesquadwb/status/1297248820405780480?s=21&fbclid=IwAR3IUXovnuSkrr4S-7QJa0tlFSvcPU8qYeQzEgWK_N3IbxZ8f_LWh3w2pkE 01:22:58 - DC Announces Return of Milestone for 2021: https://www.gamesradar.com/dc-milestone-static-earth-m-dc-fandome/ 01:34:29 - New Mutants, a Real Movie, Finally Drops: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/new-mutants-bad-reviews-worst-xmen-movie-maisie-williams-response/ https://comicbook.com/movies/news/new-mutants-creator-artist-name-wrong-slams-movie-bob-mcleod/ Main Topic: 01:42:01 - X-Men #11 Review 02:10:12 - Batman: Three Jokers #1 Review Join us on Discord: discord.gg/6RAX3sT 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

Journey with us into the swamp as we deep dive into the first arc of Alan Moore's legendary run on Swamp Thing! Marco may love ol' Swampy, but what do the rest of the Pals think about this classic? Join us on Discord: discord.gg/6RAX3sT 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

On this extra-special 200th episode, we celebrate with YOU loyal listeners by reading some of your messages to us on the air. We also live react to DC Fandome news, discuss the return of Ben Affleck to Batman, AND play the Newlywed Game! 00:15:18 - Listener Comments: Random Question of the Week: 00:43:16 - Pals Pulls: Marco - Locke & Key: In Pale Battalions Go Phil - Batman by Morrison Omnibus 3 Sean - Batman: Three Jokers #1 00:48:01 - Listener Mail 2 News: 00:51:59 - Ben Affleck to Return as Batman in Flash Film: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/ben-affleck-batman-returning-the-flash-movie/ 01:05:24 - DC Fandome to Become 2 Part Event: https://comicbook.com/dc/news/dc-fandome-schedule-changed-cancelled-movies-batman/ https://comicbook.com/dc/news/dc-fandome-convention-spoilers-event-schedule-new-saturday/ 01:13:26 - DC Fandome Teases and Reveals Ahead of the Event: https://movieweb.com/the-batman-poster-logo-dc-fandome/?fbclid=IwAR00y3MfngJ0nM0KSQ-xwHnA5w5_K0XfPtUgEPfdDVQH9Ct1U02N9Bzwp0Y https://comicbook.com/movies/news/black-adam-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-first-look-dc-fandome/ 01:21:55 - Jim Lee Speaks on 20-25% Cut in Publishing, Eyes Digital as DC's Future: https://bleedingcool.com/comics/dc-comics-publishing-numbers-will-be-cut-from-20-25/ https://bleedingcool.com/comics/jim-lee-talks-about-dc-comics-two-year-plan-for-global-dominance/ 01:35:44 - Live Wonder Woman 1984 Fandome Reactions 01:37:52 - Kraven the Hunter and Untitled Female-Led Film Find Directors: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/kraven-the-hunter-movie-taps-triple-frontier-director/ https://comicbook.com/movies/news/olivia-wilde-tapped-marvel-film-sony-spider-woman/ 01:46:31 - Main Topic: Newlywed Game! 03:03:05 - Gotham Knights Live Reactions 03:05:44 - Listener Mail 3 Join us on Discord: discord.gg/6RAX3sT 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

On this week's show, Pete hosts and the boys discuss the massive layoffs hitting DC, play a would you rather, and review Empyre #5 and Dark Nights: Death Metal #3! 00:08:03 - Would You Rather 00:16:33 - Pals Pulls 00:20:29 - NYCC Cancelled https://www.cbr.com/nycc-canceled-covid-19-all-digital/ 00:29:29 - DC Layoffs https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/dc-comics-dc-universe-hit-by-major-layoffs-1306743 00:38:16 - Cancelled Titles https://bleedingcool.com/comics/dc-cancels-hellblazer-hawkman-teen-titans-young-justice-and-more/ 00:42:23 - Tom Taylor Clarifies Suicide Squad & Kelly Sue DeConnick Clarifies Aquaman: https://www.cbr.com/suicide-squads-tom-taylor-confirms-series-wasnt-canceled-teases-more-future-stories/ https://www.cbr.com/kelly-sue-deconnick-announces-aquman-departure-dc/ 00:52:49 - Jim Lee Speaks Out https://comicbook.com/comics/news/dc-comics-publishing-jim-lee-update-details-layoffs/ https://www.cbr.com/dc-comics-sales-same-level-or-higher-since-diamond-split-jim-lee/ Main Topic: 01:10:25 - Empyre #5 Review 01:30:13 - Death Metal #3 Review

This week we're answering your questions, discussing what we can expect from DC Fandome, and we're reading two of DC's biggest books, Strange Adventures #4 and Empyre #4. Listener Mail - 7:08 - Pals Pulls- 23:57: Cale - Corto Maltese: Mu The Lost Continent Phil - Cruel Summer HC Sean - Marauders #11, Seven Secrets #1 News: 33:14 - DC Fandome Trailer and News: https://comicbook.com/dc/news/dc-fandome-trailer-event-2020/?fbclid=IwAR2-OkJy43FA0OoPuav589uCnOjkd7Hy8j6gNs9vuJ9lrrSYHlk9y3Ln7G8 https://comicbook.com/dc/news/the-batman-dc-fandome-robert-pattinson-matt-reeves-guest-list/ 49:57 - Release the Snyder Cut Documentary & Trailer: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/release-the-snyder-cut-justice-league-trailer-documentary/ 56:33 - Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips Launching OGN Series Reckless: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/ed-brubaker-sean-phillips-launch-graphic-novel-series-reckless-1306288?fbclid=IwAR3Ex9RIMgDooFOIVsl37M6tjslXInfowQqIA3ulKaOC8yBy7XwijAahVlI 1:07:30 - Ramon Villalobos and Bad Idea Comics' Bad Marketing Idea: https://bleedingcool.com/comics/ramon-villalobos-denies-bad-idea-comics-artwork-is-his/ 1:18:50 - Nia DaCosta to Direct Captain Marvel 2: https://comicbook.com/movies/news/captain-marvel-2-movie-spoilers-director-nia-dacosta/ Main Topic: 1:24:00 - Empyre #4 Review 1:46:00 - Strange Adventures #4 Review Join us on Discord: discord.gg/6RAX3sT 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

This week we're reading your comments, talking Marvel's lack of racial diversity behind the scenes, and reviewing Empyre #3, X-Men 10 AND Wonder Woman #759 per a listener request! 00:06:22 - Listener Mail 00:25:55 - Pals Pulls: Marco - Coffin Bound #5, Strange Adventures #4 Phil - Punisher Soviet Trade, Wonder Woman The Last True Hero Trade Cale - Razorblades Anthology, Crossroads at Midnight Kickstarter Sean - Giant Sized X-Men: Fantomex #1 News: 00:39:25 - Tom King/Jae Lee Saga Follow Up: https://www.gamesradar.com/jae-lee-tom-king-comicsgate/ https://www.gamesradar.com/tom-king-apologizes-to-jae-lee-for-public-accusations/ 01:07:13 - Scott Snyder to Step Back From Mainline DC Books in 2021: https://www.gamesradar.com/scott-snyder-moving-away-from-dcs-central-line-in-2021/?fbclid=IwAR1QOJs_ObGN0t4eRrO7FN9_YbgEJI1kV4lLIPPC3O-HAF1gXwEcm5CGTRc https://www.gamesradar.com/scott-snyder-aiming-to-revive-dcs-writers-workshop-initiative/?fbclid=IwAR2W7KZpkRyWoAnROqzY1X8znGG7zzlVNG9uo5tmCknVHT6IsynRccVyexY James Tynion to Publish Horror Titles under Tiny Onions Studios: https://www.gamesradar.com/batman-writer-james-tynion-horror-razorblades-jump-scare/ 01:13:10 - Image Comics Previews New Book 'Blue in Green': https://screenrant.com/blue-in-green-new-image-comic/?fbclid=IwAR3aLf5AsWiA8EXuDX_PtNT88yIwc2m5b9iM_7oAXkN_JnYBEyfa7Nh1f7I 01:23:22 - Daredevil Actor Peter Shinkoda and Anthony Mackie Speak on Race/Racism at Marvel Studios: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/daredevil-actor-peter-shinkoda-claims-045046115.html https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2551448/marvels-anthony-mackie-clarifies-comments-about-diversity 01:36:52 - Marvel's Lack of Diversity Discussed in Business Insider Article: https://www.yahoo.com/news/marvel-insiders-theyre-skeptical-recent-124949466.html Main Topic: 02:02:33 - Wonder Woman #759 02:12:59 - X-Men #10 Reviews 02:27:58 - Empyre #3 Review Listen to The Comics Pals Podcast @ Soundcloud: @thecomicspals Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/thecomicspals Check us out on Instagram: instagram.com/thecomicspals ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: www.twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: www.twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: www.twitter.com/Totointow Marco: www.twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: www.twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

For this month's book club, The Pals tackle a listener suggestion: Earth X by Jim Krueger, John Paul Leon and Alex Ross! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to The Comics Pals Podcast @ Soundcloud: @thecomicspals Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/thecomicspals Check us out on Instagram: instagram.com/thecomicspals ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: www.twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: www.twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: www.twitter.com/Totointow Marco: www.twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: www.twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

On this week's show, the Pals discuss the legacy of the Dark Knight, Comic Con at Home highlights & review Empyre #2! 00:08:37 - The Dark Knight Hot Take 00:24:01 - Pals Pulls 00:30:48 - Dynamite in Hot Water Over Comicsgate 00:50:49 - Tom King Calls Out Jae Lee 01:02:48 - Ahoy Comics Wave 5 01:10:19 - New Mutants Panel 01:24:02 - Image Comics Crossover Release 01:30:23 - Rorschach Info 01:39:29 - Marvel Comic Con Showing 01:48:13 - Empyre #2 Review ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to The Comics Pals Podcast @ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thecomicspals Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecomicspals Check us out on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecomicspals ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: www.twitter.com/SeansSoapbox Pete: www.twitter.com/Loud_Pete Cale: www.twitter.com/Totointow Marco: www.twitter.com/mrmarcoanimoto Phil: www.twitter.com/Cyborgbebop

A double dose of Boom announcements, more Watchmen from DC in the form of Tom King's Rorschach maxi, and 3 HUGE reviews: Empyre #1, Strange Adventures #3 and Dark Nights: Death Metal #2 and more on episode 195! 00:23:01 - Pals Pulls: Pete - FCBD 2020 HORIZON ZERO DAWN (MR) Marco - Folklore vol 1, Chu #1 Cale - Lords of Empyre: Emperor Hulkling #1, Empyre #2 Sean - Low #23 News: 00:30:04 - NBC Enters Comics, Partners With Boom and Grant Morrison for New Series: https://www.gamesradar.com/nbcuniversal-launches-comics-company-with-grant-morrison-on-first-title/?fbclid=IwAR3Pjht35zNYq6xWnP4v80Rl27QXoN_BbAIOs4qWYTnv0QnJNRC7xniUIBs 00:39:22 - Keanu Reeves Teams Up With Boom for BRZRKR, co-writing with Matt Kindt: https://comicbook.com/comics/news/keanu-reeves-announces-new-comic-book-at-boom-/ 00:48:06 - Comic Con @ Home Schedule Released: https://comicbook.com/irl/news/comic-con-at-home-full-schedule-panel-sdcc-how-to-watch/ 00:53:47 - New Trailer for New Mutants Released, Panel Coming to Comic Con @ Home: https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2550404/the-new-mutants-drops-an-awesome-new-teaser-and-has-a-comic-con-surprise?fbclid=IwAR3e1PLrDuVnr4mIqvGoz_lfG9PqApRBZsXqmFajjf7BiX9BO4s0YxtdfXg 01:02:44 - Netflix Announces Animated Series Based on Stan Sakai's Usagi Yojimbo: https://deadline.com/2020/07/samurai-rabbit-usagi-chronicles-netflix-series-stan-sakai-usagi-yojimbo-1202985811/?fbclid=IwAR29WBkpJjXCbaLMJaUPeDg3xQ1YcXsL2cBkkOc_q-vr1pCqOMvQmXzjvRg 01:08:39 - DC Announces Rorschach Maxi Series By Tom King and Jorge Fornes: https://comicbook.com/comics/news/rorshach-watchmen-dc-series-tom-king/ Main Topic: 01:36:46 - Strange Adventure #3 Review 02:09:52 - Empyre #1 Review 02:31:18 - Dark Nights: Death Metal #2 Join us on Discord: discord.gg/6RAX3sT 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