The Comic Book Attic

The Comic Book Attic #96

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 00:16:00 GMT

Contest. Recent finds. A Series Spotlight on Sub-Mariner, with a review of issues 20 and 71. (26:37)

Harrison's Comics

The Comic Book Attic #-8

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 00:07:00 GMT

Quick podcast in which I talk about Transformers: All Hail Megatron #2 and House of Mystery #4. (11:56)

2nd anniversary

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:11:00 GMT

The Comic Book Attic is officially 2 years old as of August 11, 2008. I didn't mention it in the podcast, as it doesn't feel like a big deal anymore. The 2nd year was not as fun as the first, and there were fewer episodes, but I'm still here. Thanks to everyone who listens.

If you'd like to hear me ramble further about other stuff, you can do so here: The Cinematic Attic and here: The Attic Enigmatic .

The Comic Book Attic #95

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:36:00 GMT

Contest results. A Holy Crap! review of The Insiders: The Marijuana Mystery. A Run With It! segment on Kamandi, The Last Boy on Earth #13. (15:29) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Link to a PDF of The Insiders: The Marijuana Mystery: http://www.syndistar.com/product_media/pdfs/pbda39.PDF

FILE UNDER: hateful, stupid humans in public office using the comic medium

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:15:00 GMT

If you feel like soiling your day by hearing about this fundamentalist, bigoted politician's comic book, here's the link: http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=20080717_12_OKLA363263

If you feel like being outraged, here's a link to the comic itself as a pdf: http://downloads.newsok.com/documents/rinehartcartoon.pdf

He actually sent that to voters to get reelected. Ugh. Horrific and disgusting.

The Comic Book Attic #94

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:53:00 GMT

Please forgive any audio problems in the episode; Iâm ironing those out. In this episode, I talk briefly about recent finds, I go over the contest winner plus give a new question, and thereâs a Run With It! segment featuring The Brave and the Bold #77, 91, 104, and 115. (28:16) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #-7

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:42:00 GMT

Please forgive the audio troubles in this episode. JJ joins me... sorta... as I talk about The Incredible Hercules and Locke & Key. I also review Secret Invasion #4 and Transformers: All Hail Megatron #1. Briefly, I mention superhero films. (29:30) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

short delay on new episodes

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:04:00 GMT

I'm having trouble uploading the latest CBA. Libsyn is being goofy. But, as soon as I can get them posted, I have two new episodes finished, numbers -7 and 94. So if anyone noticed a phantom episode -7 appearing and disappearing, you weren't imagining things... it was just technical difficulty. Meanwhile, here are the links that'll be mentioned in #94:

The Attic Enigmatic

Brainstorm Comics

highly encouraged behavior

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:59:00 GMT

Something I found on YouTube that I enjoyed greatly...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nzZBSowipw

The Comic Book Attic #93

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 22:36:00 GMT

A Holy Crap! review of Superman Meets the Quik Bunny. Some recent finds. A Run With It! segment featuring Kamandi, The Last Boy on Earth #10, 11. A quick visit by J.J. (35:42) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #92

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 15:43:00 GMT

Contest. Run With It! segment on The Brave and the Bold #68 and Kamandi, The Last Boy on Earth #9. (24:06) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

promo 3

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 15:36:00 GMT

Promo sent in by Bruce Rosenberger. Thanks, Bruce!

I don't-- er, that is to say, what is he-- uh, can anyone explain-- um, huh?

Thu, 22 May 2008 01:59:00 GMT

(From Archie... Archie Andrews, Where Are You Comics Digest Magazine #12, Nov. 1979)

Okay, I know what he's trying to say, but... wow.

some of my favorite comics 16

Mon, 19 May 2008 02:25:00 GMT

Here's a link back to the earlier blogpage covershot of Amazing Spider-Man #202: http://comicbookattic.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=154455
As the link headline reads, this was my first comic (as far as my memory tells me). When I first received this comic, it would have been new. It has a March 1980 cover date, which means it probably came out near the end of 1979. I would have been 2 years old and quite unable to read it. However, I was allowed to look at it. Believe it or not, it is still in great shape-- most likely because my family wouldn't let me mess it up. Several years later, when I began collecting comics for real, this was a jewel of the bunch.

The Comic Book Attic #91

Mon, 19 May 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Recent finds and I talk about Manhunter (1988) #5, New Beginning #2, and Teen Titans Spotlight #12. (27:29) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Baltimore's Comics Kingdom

The Comic Book Attic #-6

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:03:00 GMT

I've arrived at a final thought on the current status of Iron Man and the Marvel Universe. I think my new outlook on the MU has taken my "laid-back podcaster" label to new levels of laid-back-ed-ness. It's all gravy, folks, and I have seen the glory of the mashed potatoes... (22:15) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #90

Sun, 18 May 2008 22:05:00 GMT

I must once again issue my manifesto against those who think they are owed or entitled to something from my podcast. Regular friends of the CBA need not concern yourselves with the first half of the podcast. After that, it's time for the Silver Age Superman review of Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #104. (49:30) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Skrull invasion really began with... Jimmy Olsen?!

Mon, 12 May 2008 23:28:00 GMT

As I was casually reading this reprint in Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #104, this revelation presented itself. Who'da thunk it?

end of reads

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:14:00 GMT

Here's the last list of reads I'm posting. Thus ends April also.
61. The Lone Ranger #2 (2006)
62. Wolverine #44 (2006)
63. Avengers Classic #3
64. Countdown Presents Lord Havok and the Extremists #2
65. Young Avengers #6
66. Fantastic Four #547
67. The Order #2
68. Ms. Marvel #3 (2006 series, also for the next three)
69. Ms. Marvel #9
70. Ms. Marvel #10
71. Ms. Marvel #26
72. Justice League of America #20 (2008)
73. Thor #8 (2008)
74. Countdown #2
75. Countdown #1
76. Hulk #3 (2008)
77. Mighty Avengers #12
78. Marvel Two-in-One Annual #7
79. Green Lantern Corps #23
80. Spider-Man Team-Up #1

The Comic Book Attic #89

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:57:00 GMT

Recent finds and Strange Sports Stories #6. (22:37) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

promo 2

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:50:00 GMT

Here's a new promo for the show. The old one is outdated in a number of ways. This one is simple, short, to the point. Podcasters: feel free to play this if you wish.

The Comic Book Attic #88

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:43:00 GMT

This episode: The return of those bizarre advertisements in Charlton comics! (23:32) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. My apologies as I premiere a new microphone.

Links:
Geek Brunch

Comics Playground

reads continued

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 11:24:00 GMT

I'm in a new comics mood. I blame Secret Invasion, which has me reading a bunch more Marvels than I would normally read. Secret Invasion has me hooked, mainly because I'm a sucker for a mystery, and this storyline has mysteries wrapped around other mysteries. I really want to see how far back the little green ripplechins have infiltrated the Marvel Universe and influenced Marvel Universe events (like Civil War).

19. Classic X-Men #18
20. Brave and the Bold #11 (2008)
21. Grimm Fairy Tales: Return to Wonderland #4
22. New Avengers: Illuminati- Secret History #1
23. New Avengers: Illuminati #4
24. Fantastic Four #555
25. Fantastic Four #556
26. Avengers: Initiative Annual #1
27. Captain Marvel #4 (2008)
28. Incredible Hulk #113 (2008)
29. Action Comics #860
30. Action Comics #861
31. Action Comics #862
32. Classic X-Men #25
33. Kick-Ass #1
34. Kick-Ass #2
35. Thor #7 (2008)
36. Justice League of America #18 (2008)
37. Countdown #3
38. Titans #1 (2008)

Please leave a comment and let me know which older comic series you'd like to hear in the new Run With It! segment (hear details in episode #87).

april reads so far...

Thu, 3 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

1. Incredible Hulk #112 (2008)
2. Classic X-Men #15
3. Classic X-Men #38
4. Classic X-Men #44
5. New Avengers #39
6. Countdown #4
7. Secret Invasion #1
8. Classic X-Men #17
9. Mighty Avengers #2
10. Mighty Avengers #3
11. Mighty Avengers #4
12. Mighty Avengers #5
13. Mighty Avengers #6
14. Mighty Avengers #7
15. Mighty Avengers #8
16. Mighty Avengers #9
17. Mighty Avengers #10
18. Mighty Avengers #11

The Comic Book Attic #87

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:02:00 GMT

Old romance comic review of the outlandish Young Love #96. (22:40) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

band pic

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:48:00 GMT

For those of you who enjoy the music by my musical group, here's our latest band pic. From left to right: Dan, me (as if you couldn't tell from the Flash shirt), and JJ (who does occasional segments for the CBA).

end of March reads

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:37:00 GMT

(from 2008)
18. Batman and the Outsiders #5
19. Captain America #36
20. Countdown #6
21. Countdown #5
(other)
22. Classic X-Men #1 (1986)
23. Classic X-Men #8 (1987)
24. Classic X-Men #9 (1987)
25. Classic X-Men #11 (1987)
26. Classic X-Men #12 (1987)
27. Classic X-Men #13 (1987)
28. Classic X-Men #14 (1987)
29. Incredible Hulk #108 (2007)
30. Oz #7 (1995)

...reads...

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:02:00 GMT

(2008)
13. The Last Defenders #1
14. Batman and the Outsiders #4
15. Countdown #7
(other)
16. I Had a Dream #3 (1995)
17. The Squirrel #1 (2006)

some March reads

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 03:09:00 GMT

(from 2008)
2. Thor #6
3. Countdown #13
4. Countdown #12
5. Countdown #11
6. Countdown #10
7. Countdown #9
8. Countdown #8
9. Secret Invasion Saga #1
(others)
10. X-Factor #21 (2007)
11. Archie Comics Digest Magazine #95 (1989)
12. Young Love #96 (1972)

JJ draws Mike...

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 03:07:00 GMT

The Comic Book Attic #86

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 02:13:00 GMT

Mainly a recent finds episode with general chatter. Also, a short word on the Infinite Crisis trade. (29:38) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Links: Comicazi comic shop in MA
Yelp page for Million Year Picnic
One of the antique shops where I find comics: Beaver Creek Antiques
Another antique shop I go to: Antique Crossroads

The Comic Book Attic #85

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 23:40:00 GMT

JJ joins me to talk about Fury of Firestorm #63. Then, JJ contributes a segment in which he talks about Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #4. (28:06) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

reads n' stuff

Tue, 4 Mar 2008 21:48:00 GMT

Hi, all. Yes, I know there hasn't been a show in couple weeks. March is looking like the busiest month ever for work, and this is also the time when I have to work out the bigger details for my unfortunate divorce. Not a happy-go-lucky time, so please be patient. As always, feel free to sample the past episodes if you haven't already.

Episode 85 has been recorded. It'll be out soon, hopefully. I hope to have 86 done also, so that you can get a double helping. Also, hopefully, I should have the internet back in my home this week or next. That'll make the world turn twenty times easier.

Here are the rest of February's reads:
(from 2008):
5. Brave and the Bold #9
6. Brave and the Bold #10
7. New Avengers #38
8. Fantastic Four #554
9. Booster Gold #0
10. Booster Gold #6
11. New Avengers Annual #2
12. Captain America #34
13. Captain America #35
14. Jonah Hex #28
15. Red Sonja #30
16. Hulk #2
17. The Transformers Spotlight: Arcee #1
18. Countdown: Arena #3
19. Countdown: Arena #4
(and from 2007)
20. Dan Dare #1
21. Grimm Fairy Tales: Return to Wonderland #2
22. New Avengers: Illuminati #3
(and from 2006)
23. Transformers: Infiltration #3
24. The Lone Ranger #1
(and the rest)
25. Spider-man 2099 #7 (1993)
26. Comics Greatest World: Division 13 #1 (1993)
27. Li'l Genius #28 (1960)
28. Fury of Firestorm #62 (1987)
29. Fury of Firestorm #63 (1987)
30. Premiere #2 (1996)
Beginning March's reads:
1. Mickey Mouse #120 (1969)

The Comic Book Attic #84

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 14:56:00 GMT

In this episode, I go over recent finds and have a Holy Crap! review of Li'l Genius #28. (20:46) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Cinematic Attic

reads

Sat, 9 Feb 2008 16:05:00 GMT

To finish January:
47. Countdown #15 (2008)
48. Countdown #14 (2008)
49. Cosmic Powers #2 (1994)
50. Amazing Spider-Man #545 (2008) AKA garbage!
February:
1. Daredevil #56 (1969)
2. Detective Comics #479 (1978)
3. Men of War #22 (1979)
4. Labyrinth #1 (1986)

check it out if you are so inclined

Sat, 9 Feb 2008 16:01:00 GMT

Freedom From Religion Foundation

Something I like. You may not. That's okay.

The Comic Book Attic #83

Sat, 9 Feb 2008 14:39:00 GMT

I run down more of my favorite comics from the blog feature (which includes Amazing Spider-Man: Crisis at Cape Canaveral, Superboy #149, Thor #387, Giant-Size Defenders #4, Superman #12 [1987], West Coast Avengers vol.2 #20, and The Adventures of Jerry Lewis #105). I also talk about recent finds and Mighty Midget Comics, specifically Ibis the Invincible #11 and Mr. Scarlet and Pinky #12. Also, a promo. (25:13) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Link: Komicskast

updates

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 17:17:00 GMT

Episode 83 of The Comic Book Attic will finally be out Saturday, as well as the zero episode of The Cinematic Attic.

The Cinematic Attic won't be listed in iTunes yet, so you'll have to go to the page and download it. Episode #0 is a ten minute introduction to the show, so check it out and see if it's something you may want to listen to.

january reads continued

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 17:37:00 GMT

34. Classic X-Men #35 (1989)
35. Classic X-Men #41 (1989)
36. (Mighty Midget Comics) Ibis the Invincible #11 (1942)
37. (Mighty Midget Comics) Mr. Scarlet and Pinky #12 (1943)
38. (Boys' and Girls') March of Comics #285 (1966)
39. Terminator 2: Judgment Day # 2 (1991)
40. Muppet Babies #9 (1986)
41. Premiere #1 (1995)
(all 2008)
42. Legion of Super-heroes #37
43. Hulk #1
44. Justice League of America #17
45. Astonishing X-Men #24
46. Countdown #16

excuses, excuses...

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:24:00 GMT

There was a show this week... but it was accidentally completely deleted. ...Oh, well; it won't be the first time I've had to completely re-record an episode. I hope to get 83 to you as soon as I can redo it.

As a side note, there has been a winner to the contest in ep.82.

The Comic Book Attic #82

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 15:19:00 GMT

A Silver and Gold review of a story in Essential Ant-Man vol.1, a guest contribution, and a chance to win an Avengers back issue. (34:20) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

some of my favorite comics 15

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:17:00 GMT

Here's a link to a previous blog posting of mine showcasing the cover of another of my favorite comics, The Adventures of Jerry Lewis #105: http://comicbookattic.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=157238&comments=on
I got this book as a kid at a yard sale with some Superboy issues, a Land of the Giants issue, and an adaption of Disney's Jungle Book. (Some of those may pop up in this feature some day.) The thing that made this issue kinda weird when I read it was the guest appearance of Superman. A "serious" character crossing into a silly comic was fun, unlike the bizarre raised-eyebrow crossover of Archie and the Punisher.

reads and things

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:44:00 GMT

Hi all. Episode 82 will be out tomorrow. Til then, here're some reads:
December reads:
(all 2007)
35. Zombie #3
36. Justice League of America #16
37. Countdown #19
38. Countdown #18
39. New Avengers: Illuminati #5
40. Booster Gold #4
January reads:
1. Batman and the Outsiders #2 (2007)
2. Batman and the Outsiders #3 (2008)
3. Countdown #17 (2008)
4. Fantastic Four: Isla de la Muerte #1 (2008)
5. Thor #5 (2008)
6. Captain America #33 (2008)
7. Batman #607 (2002)
8. Wild Thing #1 (1993)
9. Clumsy (2002)
10. Dune #2 (1985)
11. Moon Knight #1 (2006)
12. Batman #655 (2006)
13. Amazing Spider-man #54 (2003)
14. Batman #610 (2003)
15. Stalkers #3 (1990)
16. Night Force #13 (1983)
17. Detective Comics #784 (2003)
18. New X-Men #146 (2003)
19. Red Tornado #1 (1985)
20. Excalibur #83 (1994)
21. Excalibur #84 (1994)
22. Excalibur #85 (1995)
23. Excalibur #86 (1995)
24. Oz Special: Freedom Fighters #1 (1995)
25. New X-Men #155 (2004)
26. Flash #213 (2004)
27. Jurassic Park #1 (1993)
28. Jurassic Park #3 (1993)
29. Hell's Angel #4 (1992)
30. The Scorpion #2 (1975)
31. Excalibur #1 (1988)
32. Marvel Premiere #48 (1979)
33. Archangels: The Saga #4 (1996)

I've been trying to get back into reading some Marvels again. Some listeners have made some good suggestions. I'm still hopeful that the registration act will go away. (Recent events in Spidey's book have made me want to stop all over again. I don't want to read about a marriage disappearing. I've had enough of that in real life.) I've tried to look at Marvel's books as the fictional stories they are, with the viewpoint that the Initiative/ registration act story is far from over. ...And this is so very true with Skrulls running around the MU.

The Comic Book Attic #81

Sat, 5 Jan 2008 20:08:00 GMT

This episode: I talk about recent finds and The Comic Book Book. JJ delivers a segment on The Walking Dead vol.2: Miles Behind Us and Fantastic Four #305. Also, a promo. (21:15) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Link: Komicskast

The Comic Book Attic #-5

Sat, 5 Jan 2008 19:56:00 GMT

Some listener feedback. A CPC segment. A song. (17:17) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

december reads

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 15:09:00 GMT

23. World's Finest Comics #155 (1966)
24. Virgin Comics #0 (2006)
25. The Walking Dead vol.2: Miles Behind Us
from 2007:
26. Action Comics #859
27. New Avengers #37
28. Mighty Avengers #1
29. Countdown #20
30. Green Lantern #25
31. Countdown: Arena #1
32. Countdown: Arena #2
33. Sensational Spider-Man #41
34. Fantastic Four #552

The Comic Book Attic #80

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 14:52:00 GMT

A few thanks. A Silver Age Superman review of World's Finest Comics #155. (26:17) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #-4

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 15:42:00 GMT

News. Listener feedback. New comic reviews of Brave and the Bold #8, Batman and the Outsiders #1, and Action Comics #858. (17:45) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

reads

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:03:00 GMT

November reads:
5. Tales of the Sinestro Corps.: Superman-Prime #1 (2007)
6. The Spirit #1 (2007)
7. Thunderbolt Jaxon #1 (2006)
8. Legion of the Super-Heroes Annual #3 (1984)
9. Starman #2 (1988)
10. Kingdom Hearts vol.1
December reads:
(all 2007)
1. Countdown #24
2. Countdown #23
3. Countdown #22
4. Countdown #21
5. Annhilation: Conquest-Starlord #2
6. Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man #24
7. New Avengers #36
8. Captain America #32
9. Incredible Hulk #110
10. Incredible Hulk #111
11. World War Hulk #5
12. Batman and the Outsiders #1
13. The Brave and the Bold #8
14. Thor #4
15. Justice League of America #6
16. Justice League of America #7
17. Justice League of America #13
18. Justice League of America #14
19. Justice League of America #15
20. Green Lantern #24
21. Astonishing X-Men #23
22. Action Comics #858

The Comic Book Attic #79

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:08:00 GMT

I mention some incidents of legal action against comics (in relation to a larger problem with human beings). (20:25) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (This episode's cover image is of a comic I bought recently-- love the cover.)

Link: The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund

The Comic Book Attic #78

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:53:00 GMT

An account of my Black Friday back issue comic shopping. (16:46) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

some of my favorite comics 14

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:51:00 GMT

West Coast Avengers vol.2 #20. This was the first issue of this series that I bought new off the stands. I've probably mentioned this comic before on the podcast, but this Steve Englehart scripted tale was part 4 of a lost-in-time storyline for the team. Different members of the team were lost in different time periods and interacting with other Marvel characters from those time periods. Great stuff-- but then again, I'm a sucker for time travel stories. I remember asking my family to pick this one up for me when I was 9 years old. They brought it home from a Sheetz convenience store, ready to be devoured by my eager comic-reading eyes.

some of my favorite comics 13

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:26:00 GMT

Ew. Icky. Love stuff. Although the cover was a little overboard with all the happy hearts, the tale inside was a bit better. When I read Superman #12 as a youngster, I don't think I knew that this was a post-Crisis re-telling of the Lori Lemaris story. The story of early love for Superman was a sad one, and the tail...um, tale had a twist. I originally bought this comic as part of a 3-pack of Superman issues at either a K-Mart or a now defunct local chain called Gee Bee Department Stores. This issue was part of John Byrne's run that began the post-Crisis Superman.

The Comic Book Attic #77

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 15:29:00 GMT

General talk. Also, JJ contributes a segment on Walking Dead vol. 1: Days Gone Bye. (18:27) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

not many reads...

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 20:20:00 GMT

Finishing October reads:
74. Alias #2 (2001)
75. Shanna the She-Devil #3 (1973)

November reads:
1. Birds of Prey #98 (2006)
2. Action Comics #841 (2006)
3. Countdown #26 (2007)
4. Countdown #25 (2007)

show status

Sat, 10 Nov 2007 16:31:00 GMT

I wanted to make you all aware that the show is going on a break due to some very serious personal issues. Please know that nothing short of such issues would keep me from doing the show. I hope to return soon, or at least give you a short show when I'm able...

The Comic Book Attic #76

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 16:23:00 GMT

News. Latest purchases. Review of The Scorpion #1 and Atlas Comics. Review of Son of Ambush Bug #3. Gooba Mooba Kabooby Poo! (23:49) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Link:
http://www.atlasarchives.com/

The Comic Book Attic #-3

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 16:04:00 GMT

In this negative episode, I talk about Monster Mash, and then I share thoughts on Countdown, Justice Society of America, and Justice League of America. Plus, listener feedback and a song. (29:53) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

youtubular

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 19:56:00 GMT

Everyone's on YouTube these days... Even I have ended up there without trying. If you have any inclination at all, you can hear me narrate a super-short nonsense clip starring JJ... Just follow this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWTFGPmfmLo
For those of you hoping to see my words matched with my own moving face... sorry. Maybe next time...

october reads

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 15:20:00 GMT

More October reads. I went way over my 30 goal.
(from 2007):
21.Wonder Man #3
22. Captain Carrot and the Final Ark #1
23. Justice League of America #12
24. Countdown #30
25. Countdown #29
26. Countdown #28
27. Countdown #27
28. Zombie #4
29. New Avengers #35
30. Monster Mash
31. Uncle Scrooge (promo)
32. Little Archie, The House that Wouldn't Move 2007
33. Marvel Halloween Ashcan 2007
34. Giant-Size Marvel Adventures The Avengers #1
35. Suicide Squad: Raise the Flag #1
36. Captain America #31
37. Brave & the Bold #7
38. Cable & Deadpool #35
39. Action Comics Annual #10
40. Transformers Movie Prequel (DVD promo)
41. Grimm Fairy Tales: Return to Wonderland #1
(from 2006):
42. Zombie #1
43. Zombie #2
44. Doc Samson #1
45. Doc Samson #3
46. Sentinel #2
47. Friday the 13th Fearbook #1
48. JLA Classified #22
49. Invincible #29
(other):
50. Batman: The Greatest Stories Ever Told trade
51. Superman vs. Flash trade
52. Cosmic Powers #6 (1994)
53. Blue Devil #18 (1985)
54. Terra Obscura vol.2 #1 (2004)
55. Brat Pack #1 (1990)
56. Transformers: War Within: The Dark Ages #6 (2004)
57. Squadron Supreme: New World Order #1 (1998)
58. DC Special: The Return of Donna Troy #4 (2005)
59. Champions #15 (1977)
60. Hitman #15 (1997)
61. Superman's Girlfriend, Lois Lane #106 (1970)
62. Son of Ambush Bug #3 (1986)
63. Supernatural Thrillers #12 (1975)
64. Avengers: Celestial Quest #5 (2002)
65. The Scorpion #1 (1975)
66. Avengers: Infinity #3 (2000)
67. Freedom Fighters #14 (1978)
68. Laser Eraser and Pressbutton #2 (1985)
69. Tom Strong's Terrific Tales #10 (2004)
70. Stormbreaker: The Saga of Beta Ray Bill #6 (2005)
71. Howard the Duck vol.2 #1 (2002)
72. Howard the Duck vol.2 #5 (2002)
73. Tom Strong #27 (2004)

The Comic Book Attic #75

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 03:14:00 GMT

For my 75th episode, I give you an interview with Rafer Roberts, creator of Plastic Farm. (30:38) For those silly folks who still think certain combinations of sound waves from the human mouth are profane, this episode is not playroom or office-friendly.

Links:
Plastic Farm homepage.
Visit Ambrosia Publishing for free serialization of Plastic Farm.
Remember to email Rafer at the following address: rafer (at) plasticfarm (dot) com (put Free Plastic Farm in the subject line) to get a free issue of Plastic Farm! Don't forget to include your mailing address. And beware the bunnies...

As always, all accompanying cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #74

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 02:34:00 GMT

Latest Boston comics buying, plus other buys. Listener feedback and other odds and ends... (19:13) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Links:
Wikipedia entry on Million Year Picnic
Newbury Comics store
New England Comics store
Fanboy Face-Off podcast
Indie Comics News podcast
And for the new Marvel Noise and Indie Comic Book Noise podcasts, visit http://www.comicbooknoise.com

The Comic Book Attic #73

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 02:12:00 GMT

JJ guests as we talk about Forever People #8 from 1972. Then JJ contributes a long segment in which he talks about (Wally West series)Flash #5, (Marvel's) Transformers #16, and Fantasy Masterpieces vol.2 #5. (28:58) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

update on show schedule

Thu, 4 Oct 2007 21:10:00 GMT

Not being able to post the podcast whenever I feel like it has thrown it off schedule-- as you may have noticed. For those who'd like to know, episode 73 and 74 (and possibly 75) will (hopefully) appear Oct. 13th. I will try to get something out before then, but I know that day will place me in a computerized place. Rural life is a pain sometimes... okay, a lot of the time. The bright side is that when I do get to post, you'll get 2 or 3 episodes at once, and you can use the delay until the next batch to catch up with those. It equals out...
To give you a hint of what's to come, episode 73 will feature guest JJ with a back issue review plus a new segment by JJ, episode 74 will feature the typical back issue review and other bits, and 75 will feature my first comic creator guest co-host/interviewee. That shall be a surprise. Episode 76 will feature a special bit on some instances of comic censorship and controversy throughout the last 20 years. All this is subject to reshuffling, but it will all get out there regardless.
(And for those of you who may be wondering how I can be posting this blog piece and not a show-- this computer at work, for whatever reason, can't upload the files. I think there is some type of security against it... But, perhaps I can keep you all entertained with blog posts until the 13th...)

Accompanying this post is rejected CBA iTunes artwork. You can, of course, see what I actually use by visiting iTunes (or by paging back through the blog where I introduce it).

The Comic Book Attic #72

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 01:06:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk about recent purchases, I review The Defenders Annual #1, and I play a song. (28:24) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #-2

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 00:20:00 GMT

News. 300 film. Reading Marvel. Amazing Spider-Man "Back in Black" storyline. Listener feedback. (21:49) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Links:
Orphan Toons

The Comic Book Attic #71

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 15:06:00 GMT

A Holy Crap! review of Batman #188. (22:08) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. The cover image accompanying this episode is of a fun cover to a comic I recently bought. Check out episode #67 on this blogpage to see the cover to Batman #188.

Link: Comic Book Savant podcast

The Comic Book Attic #70

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 14:16:00 GMT

In this episode, I play catch up. Among other odds and ends, I read some listener feedback. (32:57) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.
Links:
Comic Book Blast blog
J. Edward Oliver page
Comic Book Savant podcast

problems, delays, and reads

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 22:39:00 GMT

Oh, the continued perils of being internet-less. I have attempted to post episode 70 with another person's computer, which obviously couldn't handle it because the episode is not up. So, if you got an episode 70 that contained nothing, I apologize. The real thing is on the way. Someday soon... just consider me on vacation while I resolve this...

Meantime, I have been busy reading comics, and here are the remaining August reads:
9. Rook #2 (1995)
10. Defenders #37 (1976)
11. Lost Girls (2006)
12. The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe: Alternate Universes 2005 (2005)
13. Amazing Spider-Man #540 (2007)
14. Amazing Spider-Man #541 (2007)
15. Amazing Spider-Man #542 (2007)
16. The Brave and the Bold #6 (2007)
17. Astonishing X-Men #22 (2007)
18. Detective Comics #577 (1987)
19. Captain America #28 (2007)
20. Batman #188 (1966)
21. Countdown #36 (2007)
22. World War Hulk #2 (2007)
23. Spider-Man Family #4 (2007)
24. Thor #82 (2004)
25. Thor #83 (2004)
26. Thor #84 (2004)
27. Thor #85 (2004)
28. The Legion of Super-Heroes #308 (1984)
29. X-Factor #19 (2007)
30. New Avengers #30 (2007)

September reads:
1. Amazing Spider-Man #543 (2007)
2. Amazing Spider-Man #544 (2007)
3. Thor #2 (2007)
4. The Clockwork Girl #0 (2007)
5. Captain America #29 (2007)
6. Countdown #35 (2007)
7. Countdown #34 (2007)
8. World War Hulk #3 (2007)
9. Defenders Annual #1 (1976)
10. The Henbanes Chapter 1 (2007)
11. March of Comics #188 (1958)
12. March of Comics #209 (1960)
13. March of Comics #230 (1962)
14. Students of the Unusual: Giant-Sized Extra Credit Special #1 (2006)
15. Supergirl #68 (2002)
16. Harley Quinn #27 (2003)

As you can tell from some of the reads, I have been trying to go get back into buying a few more newer comics along with my older ones. I have been going back and buying recent Marvels that I missed because of my unhappiness with Marvel. I'm still not happy with them, but... more on that in episode #-2.

taking a couple weeks off

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 01:51:00 GMT

As you may have noticed, I did not post a new episode this past week. I won't be posting one this week either. I have to focus my attention right now on helping my wife move to Boston. Soon after September 1st, I will be back. The drawback is that I won't have a computer with internet access at my home (my wife is taking it). So, episodes may appear sporadically instead of on a regular schedule. More about that in show 70.

The Comic Book Attic #69

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 15:48:00 GMT

In this episode: I talk about Marvel Two-in-One Annual #3. JJ contributes a short segment in which he talks about Amazing Spider-Man #542 and The Plain Janes. (21:34) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Boston Behind the Scenes

Visit me at The Comic Book Attic forum.

The Comic Book Attic #68

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 15:21:00 GMT

An all feedback episode including more discussion of favorite heroes. (28:41) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The League of Comic Book Podcasts

Ringo / Reads

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 14:53:00 GMT

Yet another comic creator has passed away. Mike Wieringo died this past week, and he died far too young at 44.
While it seems that a lot of creators died during the first year of this podcast, I have to wonder if it just seems that way because I have been keeping account here on the blog, whereas I did not before. Regardless, it's never a happy thing to ponder.

August reads continued:
2. Justice Society of America #8 (2007)
3. The Incredible Hulk #109 (2007)
4. Countdown #38 (2007)
5. Countdown #37 (2007)
6. Mystic Arcana #1 (2007)
7. Going Home (Cerebus vol.13)
8. Marvel Two-in-One Annual #3 (1978)

Somewhat behind my 30-read goal this month (I'm back to 30 comics as my monthly goal). This is a terribly busy month at work, plus I'm helping my wife prepare for the move to Boston. Oh, and the above Cerebus volume took a looooong time to get through because I MUST always read the extensive notes in the back of the volume...

The Comic Book Attic #67

Sun, 12 Aug 2007 14:31:00 GMT

One year anniversary episode! I ramble on a bit about the experience of one year as a comics podcaster, I go over some of my latest comic finds, and I read listener feedback. All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (33:12) Please forgive any volume jumps that may occur in the episode.

The Comic Book Attic now has a forum! I'm not forum savvy yet, so bear with me as I get it going.

come up to the attic...

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Indeed! The attic...The Comic Book Attic...
(From Superboy #189.)

some of my favorite comics 12

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 23:46:00 GMT

Giant-Size Defenders #4. I believe this was a flea market find when I was young. This comic is not only cool for me because I like the Squadron Sinister/Supreme characters that appeared in the main story, but it's cool for me because of the type of tales that made up the rest of the book. My young self was thrilled to see the classic Ditko Doctor Strange reprint story that ended the book. My young self was even more ecstatic to discover the early 1940s Sub-Mariner reprint from Human Torch comics that appeared in the middle of the issue. A nice issue with a mix of the 40s, 60s, and 70s.

some of my favorite comics 11

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 23:33:00 GMT

Thor #387. This was one of the first 2 or 3 issues of Thor I ever owned. The insane struggle of Thor vs. the Celestial began here and continued over the next two issues. This story provided an exciting, action-filled jolt to my young imagination. I bought this comic off the spinner rack of a local drug store-- the same drug store that supplied me with many of my first comics. Ron Frenz's art on Thor is wonderful. Frenz is one of three artists that I consider Thor's great artists (the other two being Kirby and Simonson).

The Comic Book Attic #66

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 22:12:00 GMT

Mighty Crusaders Redux! This episode, I review The Mighty Crusaders: Origin of a Super Team trade. Recommendations. All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (29:02)
Links:
Geek Brunch
Comic Timing
Kryptographik

The Comic Book Attic #-1

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 19:16:00 GMT

In this special -1 episode, I play (in its entirety) the alternate version of episode one that's available elsewhere on the internet. Also, I play my segment from Comics Podcast Crossover 14, and I play a song. All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (42:10)

july reads results

Thu, 2 Aug 2007 00:06:00 GMT

Just a quick note: July's count of comics read was 85. Here's the last few:
82. Countdown #40 (2007)
83. George Foster (giveaway) (1982)
84. The Legion of Super-Heroes #307 (1983)
85. Batman #421 (1988)

And the first read of August:
1. Countdown #39 (2007)

The Comic Book Attic #65

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 03:37:00 GMT

This episode: JJ guests long enough to talk about recent back issue buys with me, I review Ms. Marvel (1978) #19, and I go over listener feedback. (27:04) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.
The Comic Book Attic is now a member of The League of Comic Book Podcasts.

the other comic book attic...

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 01:37:00 GMT

As long time listeners may know, before I actually began posting this podcast years ago on libsyn, I recorded 20something episodes of material. These unposted episodes were cannibalized into "lost episodes" and "lost episode segments" for the current podcast. Otherwise, these unposted "practice" episodes were never heard... except one: the first episode.
I actually recorded the first episode (I believe) three times, with the 3rd time being the official libsyn-posted first episode. This 3rd recording actually used 2/3 of the recording from the 2nd try because the 2nd try had been good-- it just needed updated and polished for libsyn.
Longer story short, I had originally intended to post the podcast with Our Media/ the Internet Archive, and I had tried to upload the 2nd try of episode one. As far as I could tell, the process was too difficult, and I didn't think it worked, so I abandoned Our Media and the 2nd try of the first episode.
Recently, I found that the old 2nd try of my first episode did indeed post to Our Media, and it's been there all along. Several people even downloaded it. So, I have what amounts to an alternate take of episode one out there on the net.
If you'd like to hear the alternate take of episode one, here's the link: http://www.ourmedia.org/node/307135
If you don't care to go to the site, I plan to include this alternate take in its entirety in my -1 episode. Normally, I wouldn't try to include previous takes of shows, but since this one is actually out there and available, I want to collect it as a rarity here.
If you've heard the official episode one on this site, then you will recognize much of the same material, but with a different introduction segment and no edits or splices that were used to integrate the material later on. Seeing as how the show's 1st anniversary is coming up, this find is appropriate...

More July reads:
72. Countdown #42 (2007)
73. Countdown #41 (2007)
74. Blade: Nightstalking (DVD promo) (2005)
75. Thor #1 (2007)
76. The New Avengers/Transformers #1 (2007)
77. Justice Society of America #7 (2007)
78. Flash: The Fastest Man Alive #13 (2007)
79. All Flash #1 (2007)
80. The Brave and the Bold #5 (2007)
81. Ms. Marvel #19 (1978)

The Comic Book Attic #64

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 06:05:00 GMT

In this episode: Comic-buying adventures. A short movie tale. A feature on Dell's Four Color series. (33:40) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (Speaking of cover images, do you notice anything subversive about the rocketship in the background of the cover accompanying this episode?)

Link to a site about Marvel reprints: http://www.math.ucla.edu/~alee/reprints.html

The Comic Book Attic #63

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:57:00 GMT

I'm back with back issue comic finds from Oklahoma. Also, a Silver & Gold segment on Rip Hunter...Time Master #20. (26:17) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Pin me! http://www.frappr.com/comicbookattic

back from Oklahoma / July reads

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:23:00 GMT

I have returned from OK. I got back late Saturday. I've been recovering and playing catch-up at work. A new show will appear sometime this week...
Meantime, check out The Comic Podcast Crossover #14 on the Komicskast podcast page for a segment by me on a superhero movie I'd like to see.
Due to the long vacation, I got to read a crapload of comics. So, for July, here's what I've read so far (now with years added for better clarification!):
1. Captain America (2007) #27
2. Justice League of America (2007) #10
3. Countdown (2007) #45
4. The Untold Origin of Ms. Victory (1989) #1
5. Iron Man (1969) #12
6. The New Teen Titans (1980) #4
7. The Brave and the Bold (2007) #4
8. Z (1994) #1
9. Z (1995) #2
10. Z (1995) #3
11. Life With Archie (1980) #218
12. The Ferret (1993) #1
13. Supreme: The Story of the Year (trade, 2002)
14. Who's Who in The Legion of Super-Heroes (1988) #1
15. Archie's Jokebook Magazine (1973) #190
16. Life With Archie (1983) #237
17. Transformers: Movie Prequel Free Comic Book Day Edition
(2007) #1
18. The Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century (Free Comic
Book Day Edition) (2007) #1
19. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1983) #306
20. Tales From Riverdale Digest (2007) #18
21. Tigra (2002) #4
22. JSA Strange Adventures (2004) #1
23. JSA Strange Adventures (2004) #2
24. Helmet of Fate: Detective Chimp (2007) #1
25. Free Comic Book Day (2007, Dark Horse)
26. Avengers Icons: The Vision (2002) #3
27. Karate Kid (1976) #4
28. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1977) #233
29. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1977) #235
30. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1977) #237
31. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1978) #244
32. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1978) #245
33. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1978) #246
34. Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes (1978) #251
35. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1981) #282
36. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1981) #283
37. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1981) #285
38. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1982) #287
39. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1982) #291
40. The Legion of Super-Heroes (1982) #294
41. The Spirit (1974) #6
42. Captain America (2003) #13
43. Captain America (2003) #14
44. Captain America (2003) #16
45. Last Blood (Free Comic Book Day Edition) (2007) #1
46. Whiteout (Free Comic Book Day Edition) (2007) #1
47. Vigilante: City Lights, Prairie Justice (1995) #2
48. Rose and Thorn (2004) #2
49. Batman/The Spirit (2007) #1
50. Rip Hunter... Time Master (1964) #20
51. Weird Wonder Tales (1975) #10
52. Captain Marvel (1975) #36
53. Comic Genesis (Free Comic Book Day Edition) (2007)
54. Captain America (1996) #449
55. Thor (1996) #496
56. JLA-Z (2004) #3
57. Free Comic Book Day (Spider-Man) (2007) #1
58. Free Comic Book Day (Marvel Adventures) (2007) #AA
59. Justice League America (1995) #104
60. Magnus Robot Fighter (1995) #56
61. Avengers: Timeslide (1996) #1
62. The Mighty Crusaders: Origin of a Super-Team (trade, 2003)
63. Adventures of Big Boy (1980) #278
64. Adventures of Big Boy (1980) #281
65. Adventures of Big Boy (1980) #282
66. Adventures of Big Boy (1981) #286
67. Adventures of Big Boy (1981) #292
68. Legion of Super-Heroes (1994) #61
69. Kid Colt Outlaw (1977) #220
70. Countdown (2007) #44
71. Countdown (2007) #43

Wow. This month, I think I'm going for 100 comics as a reading goal.

The Comic Book Attic #62

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 19:38:00 GMT

This episode: I cover some recent finds, and I talk about 10 of my favorite heroes. (30:31) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

The Comic Book Attic #61

Sat, 23 Jun 2007 05:09:00 GMT

Transformers Special Part 2 (of 2). I talk about Marvel's Transformers #14-25. Also, a few short words about the 2nd Fantastic Four movie. Finally, a song. (21:45) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

pull list

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:54:00 GMT

Rather than go into this on an episode, I'll use my underused blog. What is my updated pull list? For those of you who care, there are currently only 4 books on it-- soon to be 3.
Last time I updated you on my pull list (in an podcast episode), I was hanging on to the AC Comics book Men of Mystery. As much as I am willing to pay $9.95 per issue for great golden age reprints, I can't. There are so many other books I can get for ten bucks. Heck, at the one used comic shop (the "happy magic" one I talk of), I can get a real golden age comic for ten bucks. I know AC probably doesn't have the funding to offer a lower price, and that's why I'm willing to pay it. However... I can't do it when I'm trying (key word "trying") to stay somewhere within a budget...
As I stated the last time I revealed my pull list, Marvels were being sacrificed. It's no secret that since the end of Civil War, I have been displeased with Marvel's direction. I find it difficult to like or identify with many of the heroes anymore. The only regular Marvel title that I've been still picking up even though I said I wouldn't is Captain America out of morbid curiosity of what will happen next. But I don't have Captain America on my pull list anymore; the only Marvel title still on the list is Astonishing X-Men, which is ending soon anyway (at least with Joss writing).
So the other three that are currently on my list are all DC books: Countdown, Justice Society of America, and The Brave and the Bold. I must exclaim that for the first time in my life-- in almost 30 years of comic reading-- DC is my read of choice. I've always loved and read DC, but I was a Marvel kid growing up. So, this is an interesting place to be.
I have been trying to sample new Marvel books again, though. I picked up World War Hulk #1. It was very exciting, and I may continue that one...
However, this past year has seen me shift to buying almost all older comics. So, all the different shops and stores that sell me comics can't complain 'cause they still get my money...more than should be spent, usually...
So that's my pull list. Pretty meager. I'm usually digging through the bins and boxes instead. Always looking for the great finds that have been rescued from someone's comic book attic...

podcasts a'plenty

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 04:02:00 GMT

Hi, all. As I have mentioned in the show, I'll be going to Oklahoma for 2 weeks. We'll be leaving next week. My plan is to keep all you die-hards stocked up with shows. I've already posted (not long after 58 & 59) episodes 0 and 60. Before I go, I hope to post 61 & 62. All told, there probably won't be another show for almost 3 weeks. Hopefully, you'll stock up with these. ...Or sample some older shows.
Episodes 61 and 62 will probably be 20-25 minutes, with 61 finishing up the Transformers feature and 62 being whatever it will be.

More June reads:
32. World War III #1
33. World War III #2
34. World War III #3
35. World War III #4 (I know, technically these four issues had subtitles in the indicias, but I thought that was silly, so I'm going to ignore them.)
36. Showcase #102
37. Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #3
38. The Star Brand #12
39. R.E.B.E.L. '95 #11
40. World War Hulk #1
June's 40 is achieved...

Also, here's the link to Jess Nevins's site on The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen footnotes, as mentioned in episode 0.

The Comic Book Attic #60

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 03:52:00 GMT

Transformers Special part 1 (of 2)! After covering recent buys, I talk about Marvel's Transformers #1-11 & 13 (#12 was covered in the past). All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (29:23)

The Comic Book Attic #0

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 01:33:00 GMT

Special Zero episode! This episode is a compilation of unread emails, recommendations, my segment from Comics Podcast Crossover 13, a collage of all the "hidden tracks," and a song. All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (39:37)

Links:
Silver Bullet Comic Books
The Comic Book Bin
Quarter Bin (article site)
Classic Golden Age Comic Book Covers
The Golden Age Heroes Directory
Mikel Midnight's Golden Age Directory
Podcasts:
Comic Pants
John Mayo's Comic Book Page
Generation Exploitation

some of my favorite comics 10

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 02:01:00 GMT

Superboy #149. Another Superboy comic that I got as a kid at a yard sale. This one was extra special because of the Bonnie and Clyde angle. It sports one of a number of covers Neal Adams drew for the series. This issue contained two stories, one new and one reprint from Adventure Comics. I don't remember much about the plots of the stories since it's been probably 20 years since I last read it, and it is stored away so I can't readily look. Honestly, though, this is a favorite merely because it was one of my first comics. It did well to serve my lifelong liking of old Superboy stories. It's funny how that works, isn't it?

some of my favorite comics 9

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 01:46:00 GMT

This 1982 Amazing Spider-man giveaway comic was one of my first comics given to me at my dentist's office. In partnership with Aim toothpaste, Marvel published this tale of Spidey vs. Doc Ock vs. toothaches. Dentistry and a battle ensues in "Crisis at Cape Canaveral!" I read this over and over when I was a kid. I didn't care that it was a comic meant to help sell toothpaste because the advertising didn't drive the story like those old Hostess ads (which were great 'cause they were short and odd). This was a comic that would entertain kids and give them an incentive to go to the scary dentist...

I like

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 01:42:00 GMT

http://www.defconamerica.org

misc.

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 22:50:00 GMT

I was listening to directly downloaded episodes from the site, and I noticed that the last 3-4 seconds are cut off the ends of the episodes. That wouldn't be such a big deal if not for the fact that I put "hidden" bits at the end of many episodes. Does anyone else notice this? Does this happen from iTunes also? Other podcatchers? Let me know.

More June reads:
30. Countdown #46
31. Alias #1

Next episode will actually be episode #0! Before I do the 60th episode feature on Transformers, I will be making a 0 episode. Consider it a B-sides and rarities episode. Nothing special, but anytime I have a non-traditional show or a show that compiles random and extraneous stuff, I will be going backward into negative numbers. That side of the number line is sadly unappreciated...

The Comic Book Attic #59

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:41:00 GMT

I talk about recent back issue purchases (including a mini-lesson on Super/IW Comics), discuss what type of comics I would write if I worked for Marvel, share listener feedback, and play a song. (33:59) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Links: http://www.comicbooknoise.com/

The Comic Book Attic #58

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:16:00 GMT

JJ returns this episode for his occasional rundown of reads. He talks about Liberty Meadows Book 1 (trade), Owly: Just a Little Blue, Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born #4, Amazing Spider-man #540, Plastic Farm #1 & 2, and Street Angel #4. We both discuss Silver Surfer(vol.3) #1. We also discuss recent purchases. (32:38) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Link to our comic shop: http://www.comicsworldonline.com/

reads update...

Sat, 9 Jun 2007 04:27:00 GMT

Stay tuned for 2 new shows this week... Work and various responsibilities have kept me from the mic for longer than I like...
I am updating my personal monthly reading commitment to 40 comics a month because 30 is just too easy. So, for this month of June, I shall begin this updated goal. Here's how it goes so far...
23. Countdown #49
24. Countdown #48
25. Countdown #47
26. Justice Society of America(current) #6
27. Captain America(current) #26 (I had planned to quit this one after #25, but morbid curiosity drove me to get it...)
28. Death, Jr. Halloween Special
29. Amazing Spider-man #268

The Comic Book Attic #57

Wed, 30 May 2007 01:53:00 GMT

This episode: The 52 code? A look at the comics featured in the Some of My Favorite Comics blog feature (including Marvel Super-heroes Secret Wars #4, Superboy #180, Avengers #131 & 275, The Brave and the Bold #197, New Mutants #41, Captain America #224, and DC Comics Presents #97). Recommendations. (28:13) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.
Links:
The Golden Years
The Comic Web

links and reads

Sat, 26 May 2007 03:43:00 GMT

In CBA #57, I will be mentioning more comic-related links for you to check out. I'm getting a jump on the work of posting the links to these puppies:
Silver Age Comics blog
Dial B for Blog blog
Pappy's Golden Age Comics Blogzine blog

For old record enthusiasts like me, there's 60's garage rock at Garage Hangover and odd/rare recordings at WFMU's Beware of the Blog.
For Pearl Jam fans (like me), there's a podcast for you: Given to Cast.
Finally, as you probably already know, IMDB is essential for any movie viewer.

Also, here are more June reads way ahead of time...
4. G.I. Combat #250
5. Countdown #51
6. Countdown #50
7. Justice League of America('06) #9
8. Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #2
9. American Virgin #1
10. American Virgin #13
11. American Virgin #14
12. Breach #7
13. Civil War: The Confession #1 (I might add: I got this for 35cents)
14. Laughing Boy Comics Special- Free Comic Book Day
15. The Ultimates 2 #2
16. The Ultimates 2 #6
17. JLA #102
18. JLA #103
19. Action Comics #823

The Comic Book Attic #56

Sat, 26 May 2007 01:53:00 GMT

In this episode, I briefly talk about Spider-man 3 before recounting my adventures (and comic-buying) in NYC and Massachusetts. Also, listener feedback. (29:09) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Links to places mentioned in the episode:
Jim Hanley's Universe
Midtown Comics
New England Comics
Loony Toonz (article about store)

New Bedford Whaling Museum
Old Sturbridge Village

a 52 connection?

Fri, 25 May 2007 17:01:00 GMT

I began reading the Crisis on Multiple Earths: The Team-ups trade, and in the very first DC multiverse crossover story, when the two Flashes meet, we see that Barry Allen visits Jay Garrick at his home address: 5252 78th Street! We can even see the 5252 on the door. I find it funny and too crazy of a coincidence that not only was Jay's address "52" but "5252" !!!! Make of it what you will. Am I the only one to discover this? Anyone else see this before now?

The Comic Book Attic #55

Mon, 14 May 2007 02:43:00 GMT

In this episode, I review The Plain Janes. Also, a Holy Crap! review of Wonder Book of Rubber, a 1964 promotional comic from B.F. Goodrich. (27:10) Any cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders. (This episode's cover image is from an unknown ebay dealer.)

I'll be in New York / june reads

Mon, 14 May 2007 02:34:00 GMT

Any listeners from NYC? I just wanted to let all 3 1/2 people who might be interested know that I will be in New York City at Midtown Comics (Times Square) on Saturday, May 19, sometime during the day. (I really can't predict the time, sorry). So, if you'd like to say "hi," don't be shy! I'll just be milling about looking for stuff to buy. I'll probably be there for an hour or two. Don't know what I look like? Scroll down the page. I'm the weird lookin' fella (and the only one in the picture).

More June reads:
2. Batman and the Outsiders #17
3. Batman and the Outsiders #18

The Comic Book Attic #54

Mon, 14 May 2007 02:05:00 GMT

A hodge-podge. I talk about Free Comic Book Day, review Batman and the Outsiders #17 & 18, mention some podcasts, and play a song. (24:35) Any cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

Podcast links:
Comicazi

Phantom Power

Amazing Spider-Cast

Other links:
Mike's Amazing World of DC Comics

where I first read old spidey issues

Sun, 13 May 2007 17:05:00 GMT

I had mentioned this in the last show as the paperback book in which I first read the original first 6 Spider-man issues as a kid. (There was apparently a follow-up book with next half-dozen issues also.) Thought you folks might want to see what I was talking about...

may / june reads

Sun, 13 May 2007 16:38:00 GMT

I'm ahead in the pledged reading for the month, but it hasn't been causing my number of unread comics to go down any... for every 5 I read, I buy 10 more cheap comics... Oh, well. It's fun to try. Most of the first 20-something comics read this month were newer comics languishing in my boxes. I was trying not to backlog the amount of older comics I review. Stay tuned for an announcement on that in the podcast for June... the tweaking of the podcast never ends...
Anyway, here are the final reads for May... I'll work on some trades for the rest of the month...
23. Exiles #29
24. Free Comic Book Day Family Guy / Hack/Slash
25. Archie's Mysteries #30
26. Batman #616
27. Dutchy Digest Free Comic Book Day 2007
28. Wonder Book of Rubber('64?)
29. Hawkman('02) #19
30. The Plain Janes
...And here's the first one for June:
1. Black Knight: Exodus #1

And here's another pic of me so that you can put a face to the voice. I always think that's fun-- and 9 times out of 10, the face doesn't match the mental picture... Photo manipulation by JJ... I call it Karate LSD Boogaloo.

The Comic Book Attic #53

Sat, 5 May 2007 01:45:00 GMT

I run down recent finds, present a ComicsConfusion segment on the Justice League / Justice League International / Justice League America / Justice League Europe title confusion, talk about The Outsiders ('85) #1, and play a song. (26:05) All cover images are copyright their respective copyright holders.

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