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Barks Remarks - a Carl Barks Podcast

Remarkable Productions
Carl Barks
Scrooge Mcduck
Crown Of the Mayas
Uncle Scrooge
Donald Duck
Ancient Persia
The Case Of the Sticky Money
Foul Crook
Chichen Itza
Disneyland
Yucatan Peninsula
National Geographic
Sly Viper
Magica Despell
Disney Comics
Magica De Spell
Disney Ducks
Duck Comics
Ducktales
Beagle Boys

Barks Remarks is a podcast exploring the adventure stories of Donald Duck/Uncle Scrooge comics legend Carl Barks, in chronological order. My guest hosts and I discuss the stories, their cultural background, and how they hold up today.

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Latest Episodes

Guest Hosts: Elaine Ramshaw & Sara Santiago

Honk! Start rubbing goose eggs on your head, it's another episode, covering this strange story, one of Barks' few adventure comics that passes the Bechdel Test! It's got everything, Magica DeSpell, Ratfa... more

Guest Host: Morten Guldberg |

Listeners, all's fair in love and archaeology! Listen as my guest and I discuss the true, National Geographic-derived Mayan culture behind this treasure hunting story, discuss who is the story's biggest heel, and make... more

Guest Host: Markku Mujunen |

Get ready to revisit another appearance of Magica DeSpell! I contend this may be the MOST Magica of all her appearances. Join us, as we discuss the story that may have the greatest Magica sequence of all time!

Guest Host: Geoff Moses {aka GeoX, of Duck Comics Revue}

Grab an ice cream soda, and join us, listeners, as we discuss this zany, Beagle-focused Barks story! This early 60s mystery is slight, but still great fun.

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Recent Guests

Elaine Ramshaw
Longtime fan of Carl Barks' work, avid reader since childhood.
Episode: 91 - Isle of Golden Geese
Sara Santiago
A newcomer to the Barks stories, familiar with comics and other graphic novels.
Episode: 91 - Isle of Golden Geese
Morten Guldberg
A returning guest host with a deep appreciation for Carl Barks and his work.
Episode: 90 - Crown of the Mayas
Markku Mujunen
A Carl Barks fan from Finland
Episode: 89 - For Old Dime's Sake
Bucket Think Tank
YouTuber and comic enthusiast
Bucket Think Tank
Episode: 87 - the Status Seeker
Tom Wormstedt
Returning guest and comic enthusiast
Episode: 86 - Oddball Odyssey
Bill Wormstedt
First time guest and father to Tom
Episode: 86 - Oddball Odyssey
Nils Lid Hjort
Professor of Mathematics and Duck Comics enthusiast
Episode: 85 - a Spicy Tale
Patrick Block
A renowned Disney duck artist with over 30 years of experience.
Disney
Episode: 83 - the Cave of Ali Baba

Host

Mark Severino
Host and comic enthusiast, known for insightful commentary on Carl Barks' works and their cultural significance. He often shares personal narratives and invites guest experts to enrich discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Just found this show

    Have only just recently started my journey on to world of duck comics . Enjoy your show it does a wonder job of being both entertaining and educational. I have a lot to catch up on keep up the good work .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rocky Star wind
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many fans highlight the nostalgia factor, enjoying the chance to revisit childhood comics while exploring deeper themes.
The importance of cultural context and historical analysis in the episodes is frequently praised.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions that balance entertainment with educational insights.
Some newer listeners commend the show's accessibility for those unfamiliar with Carl Barks, noting how it welcomes a variety of audiences.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#113
Norway/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#221
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts

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Ten-Page Podcast: the Pied Piper of Duckburg (1990, & 2007)
Q: Nils, do you mind giving us just a little bit of brief background?
Yes, I brought a couple of things regarding this and it's an old, old story.

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This podcast provides an in-depth exploration of the adventure stories created by Carl Barks, particularly focusing on the iconic Donald Duck and Uncle Scrooge characters. Each episode features discussions of individual comics, diving into their narrative structures, cultural significance, and relevance in contemporary discussions. The blend of nostalgia and critical analysis is highlighted through personal anecdotes and insights from guest hosts, allowing listeners to engage with the material on multiple levels. Unique to this show is its chronological approach, which offers a thorough historical context and development of Barks' storytelling style over time, making it appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers alike.

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Barks Remarks launched 4 years ago and published 128 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Barks Remarks include:

1. Elaine Ramshaw
2. Sara Santiago
3. Morten Guldberg
4. Markku Mujunen
5. Bucket Think Tank
6. Tom Wormstedt
7. Bill Wormstedt
8. Nils Lid Hjort

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