
A rambling and too brief history podcast on the people, companies and events that make up the great comic book medium.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsHistoryArts | |||

And now a reposting of this rambling and too brief biography of John Romita Sr., the artist who truly defined the Marvel style.
And now a reposting of this rambling and too brief biography of George Tuska, one of the great professionals of the comic book medium.
And now a reposting of this rambling and too brief biography of Vinnie Colletta, one of the most controversial inkers in comic book history.
And now a resposting of this rambling and too brief biography of Joe Sinott, one of comic books greatest inkers.
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Dude. Slow down and enunciate your words. It’s not just rambling. Combination of mush mouth, speed talking and very clearly not doing a practice run (or several) before throwing the podcast up. Content is not that bad (but not great) but should learn some basic broadcasting skills before creating a podcast. Would suggest checking out “Stuff You Should Know,” Titan up the Defense,” or even Alex Baldwins podcast to get an idea how to talk clearly, slowly and cleanly.
Deserves a review! Really in-depth research and or knowledge on the vast world of comics!
Deserves a review! Really in-depth research and or knowledge on the vast world of comics!
My original review said that though this podcast is rich in little-known info, it’s ruined by the host’s horrible narration! (C’mon, at least learn that the subjects of this thing are COMIC BOOKS, not “Com-biks”!)
But after sampling other podcasts on the same subject, I’ve found this one contains more juicy tidbits on my favorite thing in the world, Golden Age Com-Biks”!
The factoids about Martin Goodman, Jerry Siegel, Fiction House, et al, keep me coming back...
JT, I used to teach broadcasting... more
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A history-focused show exploring the people, companies, and pivotal moments that shaped comic book culture. Recent episodes trace Fiction House's rise and decline, the pulps that predated modern comics, and landmark rivalries like Marvel vs. DC, along with deep dives into creators such as Will Eisner and Frank Miller. The host mix leans into industry evolution, censorship battles, and the lasting impact of early art styles and licensing on today's comics landscape. The tone tends toward thorough archival storytelling with a passion for underappreciated corners of the medium, making it valuable for listeners who want context behind classics and industry shifts.
What stands out is a consistent thread connecting Golden Age publishers, pulp pr... more
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