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Why Not?! Read Alpha Flight with Chris & Tom

Why Not?! Read Alpha Flight w/ Chris & Tom
Alpha Flight
Bill Mantlo
C2E2
Heather Hudson
Highlander
Marrina
Marvel Comics
Hulk
Puck
Department H
Northstar
Shaman
Christmas
John Byrne
Loki
V For Vendetta
A Knight's Tale
Sasquatch
Aurora
Canada

The best podcast about Alpha Flight you'll ever hear!

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Latest Episodes

Episode 50: “Heidegger’s Ghost”

Feels like it’s been a minute, yeah?! Well, we missed talking to y’all about Alpha Flight as much as you missed hearing us talk to you about Alpha Flight. We didn’t miss talking about this Hudnall run, but such is the... more

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We'll be back with more Alpha Flight chat in July, but in anticipation of the big blockbuster season we have in front of us (that seemingly will extend to December so buckle up, folks!), we're releasing our episode on Fantastic Four: First Steps. Thi... more

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Episode 49: “Mein Flight”

Tom is stuck on the train for a while so Chris has seized control of the means of production and is posting this week’s episode.  No more will you be subjected to witty and clever show notes, no my comrades, we shall democr... more

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Hey folks! As covered in the opening, Tom caught a cold and lost his voice, so we weren’t able to get a new Why Not?! recorded for this week. We’ll be back with more of…Hudnall’s…take on the team in a couple weeks, but not wanting to leave you in the... more

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Recent Guests

Daryl Lawrence
Friend of the pod, author who wrote True North and archived Alpha Flight interviews
Unknown (interviews via alphaflight.net)
Episode: "What the Hudnall?!"
Dr. Joseph Stramondo
Associate Professor of Philosophy and Humanities; Director of the Institute for Ethics and Public Affairs; Chair of the Department of Classics and Humanities at San Diego State University
San Diego State University
Episode: Summer Spectacular 2025!!!

Hosts

Tom Flynn
Host of the show; long-running co-host with a focus on Alpha Flight discussions and cultural context.
Chris Baker
Co-host with a penchant for detailed critique of pacing, art, and editorial choices within Alpha Flight runs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Quirky as the comics

    If you’re missing the charm of Titan Up the Defense, this fills the absence of a podcast that covers the lesser team books of the 1980’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doubtingtomjr
    United States2 months ago
  • It really is the best Alpha Flight podcast!

    An awesome pod that I would recommend to anyone who’s a fan of the cerebro pod! The dudes on this pod are funny and do a great job covering the issues!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedTemperance
    Canadaa year ago
  • “Alpha Flight, Unite!”

    Chris and Tom handle the difficult journey of this cult comic series with the sense of ironic humor and occasional historic aside that could be more entertaining than the comic itself. Grab an omnibus and read along with this entertaining mix of Marvel Comics, Molson’s Golden, and poutine. This is my comfort podcast for the end time.

    My only gripe would be the theme music, outdated ska instead of the timeless Geddy Lee classic “Take Off”. Shame. JMH must be rolling over I. His graves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrjdm1200
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Candid discussions with thoughtful takes on editorial decisions.
Excellent balance of nostalgia and analysis for Alpha Flight fans.
Solid sponsor reads and Canadian-centric context add flavor.
Engaging duo with sharp comic-book insight and playful critique.

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Summer Spectacular 2025!!!
Q: What do you think of Puck's first appearance and how Mantlo handles dwarfism in his setup?
Joe discusses the initial portrayal of Puck, the decision to give him a backstory involving disability, and how that approach affected readers' perception of him as a main character.
Summer Spectacular 2025!!!
Q: Now, are you familiar with Alpha Flight from before we sent those to you?
Joe explains he hadn't known the group but had encountered Puck and the broader cast, forming impressions based on the material he reviewed and the rumors surrounding Puck.

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A lively, long-running deep-dive into Alpha Flight comics, blending issue-by-issue analysis with cultural commentary, humor, and a strong sense of community. Hosts Tom Flynn and Chris Baker mix affectionate nostalgia with critical takes on storytelling, art, and editorial decisions, often weaving in Canadian context and pop-culture banter. The show stands out for its iterative exploration of legacy runs, bold format experiments, and guest-driven discussions that keep superfans engaged while serving newcomers with accessible, playful insights.

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