Greg and Dan review Adventure Comics 210 because Krypto! A light episode until Dan discovers the book came out the same month the Comics Code Authority stamps started appearing on books. Join us for Krypto and code fun.

Writer: Auto Binder; Pencillers: Curt Swan, Ramona Fradon, George Papp; Inkers: Seymour Barry, Ramona Fradon, George Papp; Letterer: Milt Snapinn; Editors: Whitney Ellsworth, Jack Schiff, Mort Weisinger, George Kashdan

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
00:44 Superman Comics and the Summer of Superman
00:47 The Facsimile Edition and Sweepstakes
03:22 Krypto the Superdog's Origin
05:08 Comics Code Authority and Its Impact
11:11 Discussion on Censorship and Modern Parallels
13:00 Superboy and Krypto's Adventures
17:48 Superboy's Encounter with Thieves
20:58 Superboy and Krypto's Bonding Moments
29:24 Superboy's Harsh Treatment of Krypto
29:58 Dog Deserves a Cowboy Hat
30:23 Sad Dog Expressions
31:10 Superboy and Krypto's Adventures
34:00 Comic Code Authority Discussion
37:44 Aquaman's Underwater Newspaper
39:08 Green Arrow and International Relations
41:16 Comic Code and Drug References
50:40 Conclusion and Plugs
51:59 Booster Gold and Future Plans

Greg and Dan review Adventure Comics 353 staring the Legion of Super-Heroes! Shooter kills a Legionnaire! Join us for more silver age fun!

Writer: Jim Shooter; Penciller: Curt Swan; Inker: George Klein; Letterer: Milt Snapinn; Editors: Mort Weisinger

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Baseball Banter
00:52 Comic Book Talk Begins
01:21 Discussing Adventure Comics #253
02:14 Jim Shooter's Writing and Characters
08:10 Comic Book Advertisements and Anecdotes
12:19 The Legion of Superheroes and The Fatal Five
27:59 Jim Shooter's Early Career
29:41 Shooter's Early Influence on Legion
31:04 Jim Shooter's Personal Struggles
32:35 Sun Eater Battle Begins
34:26 Legion's Plan and Challenges
38:40 Pharaoh Lad's Sacrifice
43:31 Aftermath and Reflection
46:37 Shooter's Legacy and Impact
48:22 Comic Sales and Industry Insights
53:43 Final Thoughts and Plugs

Greg and Dan review Adventure Comics 352 staring the Legion of Super-Heroes! We dove back into Jim Shooter's 14 year old writing and found the introduction of the Fatal Five and the Sun Eater. Join us for some silver age fun!

Writer: Jim Shooter; Penciller: Curt Swan; Inker: George Klein; Letterer: Milt Snapinn; Editors: Mort Weisinger

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Superman Movie Review
02:24 Superman and Lex Luthor Discussion
05:27 Superman TV Shows and Character Analysis
07:34 Nathan Fillion and Firefly Controversy
09:57 Comic Book Review: Jim Shooter's Early Work
16:54 Comic Book History and Publishing Insights
35:39 Superboy's Unfair Advantage
36:48 The Sun Eater Threat
38:30 Legionnaires' Call to Action
39:15 Banking and Money Explained
44:16 Recruiting the Villains
45:02 Comic Book Advertisements
50:54 SOS to Evil
51:45 The Legionnaires' Mission
57:16 The Persuader and Projectra
01:00:10 Mono and Ferro Lad
01:01:22 Upcoming Issue Teasers
01:01:57 Listener Letters and Responses
01:05:47 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

Greg and Dan review Superboy Volume 1 #221 Starring the Legion of Super-Heroes. Grimbor is here! Join us for our fun tribute to Jim Shooter and Mike Grell.

Writer: Jim Shooter; Penciller: Mike Grell; Inker: Bob Wiacek; Editors: Jack C. Harris and Murray Boltinoff

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Jim Shooter
00:54 Discussing Future Podcast Topics
01:31 Social Media Platforms Debate
03:24 Comic Book Signing Stories
05:29 Grimbor and the Omega Point
12:26 Exploring the Superboy Legion of Superheroes Comic
23:55 Advertisements and Side Discussions
29:31 Discussing the Deficit and Tax Policies
31:13 Comic Book Characters and Their Stories
35:03 Advertisements and Promotions in Comics
37:23 Grimbor and Charma's Attack on the Legion
39:40 Comic Book Ads and Nostalgia
53:56 The Future of Grimbor and Charma
56:19 Honoring Jim Shooter and Final Thoughts

Greg and Dan review Madrox #5. Madrox against more dupes! The mystery is solved between all of the ads. Another fun episode! Next week Grimbor appears.

Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and AEW Experience
00:22 Shoutouts and Retro Emporium
02:09 AEW
02:59 Napoleon Dynamite and Podcast Plans
03:59 Comic Book Nostalgia
05:04 Marvel and DC Comics Discussion
06:48 Legion of Superheroes and Personal Stories
13:17 Mad Rocks Number Five
13:53 Advertisements and Disappointments
24:08 Constantine and Cancer: A Movie About Smoking
24:39 Stringer's Fate and Basement Drama
25:00 Advertisements and Stringer's Death
26:49 Mutant Town New York: Mrs. Campbell's Grief
27:55 Mrs. Campbell's Fiery Power
28:33 Eddie and Sheila's Betrayal
29:10 Rants on Advertisements and Film Noir
32:44 Sheila's Transformation and Final Battle
36:49 Jamie Returns to New York
41:28 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

Greg and Dan review Madrox #4. Madrox is in deep now! Can he dupe his way into solving the mystery? We also briefly honor Jim Shooter, RIP. Join us for another fun show!

Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Duplicate Talk
01:03 The Ditto Misconception
02:19 Rant on Unlicensed Merchandise
05:22 Tribute to Jim Shooter
11:21 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations
18:06 Mad Rocks Issue #4 Discussion
32:49 Travel Plans and Comic Book Ads
33:09 Comic Book Storyline: Jamie's Dilemma
35:52 Napoleon Dynamite vs. Dodgeball
37:47 Comic Book Ads and Story Continuation
40:31 Comic Book Story: Jamie's Absorption
42:08 Comic Book Ads and Discussions
44:01 Comic Book Story: Mutant Town
45:10 Comic Book Ads and Final Thoughts
57:20 Listener Questions and Comic Book Trivia
01:03:49 Podcast Wrap-Up and Announcements

Greg and Dan review Madrox #3. Madrox is in a philosophical argument with themself! We also recount our recent adventures at Summercon, including encounters with notable comic creators like Dan Slot, Joelle Jones, and Chris Werner. Join us for another fun show!

Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Madrox Discussion
00:30 AI and Meme Culture
01:17 Dan's Instagram Journey
02:15 Wrestling Talk: AEW and Chris Jericho
12:12 Comic Book Drama: Madrox in Trouble
28:19 Sheriff Bishop in Mutant Town
29:05 Madrox' Dilemma
29:44 Advertisements Galore
31:47 Jamie and His Duplicates
36:18 Comic Book Nostalgia
46:26 Comic Show Recap
55:24 Final Thoughts and Plugs

Greg and Dan review Madrox #2. Dupes, Chicago, mysteries, advertisements, and more! Join us as we continue to honor Peter David's career.

Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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Timeline:

00:00 Funny Book Forensics 397
00:56 Mad Rocks: The Cool Transforming Toy
02:28 Discussion on Clones and Duplicates
08:59 Comic Book Review: Madrox
09:50 Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down: X-Men Legends
10:29 Jamie Madrox in Chicago
17:23 Advertisements and Tangents
23:11 Smallville and Other TV Shows
28:25 Trading Card Games and Collectibles
30:51 Debating Card Terminology
31:28 Madrox and Steve Buscemi
33:05 Comparing Smallville and American Beauty
36:05 Comic Book Collecting and Dynamic Forces
40:23 Jamie Madrox and His Duplicates
49:09 Comic Book Art and Color
51:01 Current Events and Empathy
59:47 Listener Shoutouts and Wrap-Up