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Artwork for X Is For Show -- A Comic Reading Experience

X Is For Show -- A Comic Reading Experience

Nico J Vasilo
X-Men
Daredevil
Echo
Krakoa
Marvel
Marvel Cinematic Universe
X-Men '97
Kingpin
DC Comics
Batman
Rogue
Deadpool
X-Men 700
Defenders Saga
Alan Scott: Green Lantern
Fall Of the House Of X
John Constantine: Hellblazer
Ultimate Spider-Man
Zatanna: Bring Down the House
X-Men: Blood Hunt - Magik

Do you wanna know all about ongoing comics from Marvel and more? Join Nico, TK, Kevo, & the rest of the Action Pack as they discuss the big moments, fill in the missing pieces, examine the characters, and more. Each week on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and more, the team breakdown the many books on multiple platforms. Whether it’s X-Men, Daredevil, Avengers, Miracleman, Darkwing Duck, Sandman, or an... more

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Artwork for X Is For Show -- A Comic Reading Experience

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Get ready for MULTIVERSAL GEN….X-MEN?! Grant Morrison, perhaps the most important comic writer still in print, did an AMA so the guys lost their mind. That’s literally half the episode. It wasn’t the intent. And then! The Amalgam Project hits its pen... more

Get ready for MULTIVERSAL X-MEN! The Amalgam Project continues towards its inevitable conclusion! Nico & TK are talking SIX Amalgam titles from a year later including Exciting X-Patrol, The Magnetic Men featuring Magneto, JLX Unleashed, Bat-Thing, Da... more

The guys are back and they’re here to fight! Well, the characters are. First up, is looking at Daredevil 25 & Punisher: Red Band 1, before their upcoming VS title! The guys look at their last runs, where they’re going, and everything in between. Then... more

The Amalgam Experience ain’t over yet! Just as Marvel Vs DC/DC Vs Marvel winds down, the event’s “new star” takes “center stage” in his “own title” – and yet it never really becomes its own title. The series suffers from what also makes it a lovely r... more

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Recent Guests

Tori Sheehan
Comics expert and guest host
Episode: Giant-Size Daredevil (Marvel) & Batman: Gotham By Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #1 (DC)

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Nico
Co-host and contributor, providing lively discussions and insights on comic stories and characters.
Kevo
Producer and participant, contributing to the dynamic discussions surrounding comics and pop culture.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • I’m queer man who wrestles

    So I’ve been out since high school (2010) I’m 29 I’m a wrestler and I run horror cons and I am a writer. I used to march in pride around the Orlando shooting era was my last then after Covid I started noticing a lot of sexual abuse in our community a lot of abuse and assault period and people assuming all gay or queer men love drag to do orgies and no monogamy or queer men who still are who they would be even if they were straight. I have no problem the way marvel or dc has been doing things bec... more

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    Hendrix NWA
    United States4 months ago
  • Suspect audio quality. The gays are relentlessly sexual.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Ultigrind
    3 years ago
  • Not good at all

    One of the worst podcast I’ve listened to. Too many hosts trying to be clever and failing so badly. Add to that sound issues and cringe worthy interactions and you get whatever this is.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DCGuy86
    United States5 years ago
  • Not good. Sound issues, uninteresting hosts and just plain boring discussion. Just a generic podcast when there are so, so many other better options

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    ComicFan4Life
    5 years ago
  • Not good. Sound issues, uninteresting hosts and just plain boring discussion. Just a generic podcast when there are so, so many other better options

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    ComicFan4Life
    5 years ago

Listeners Say

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The inclusion of female perspectives is particularly valued by listeners who appreciate greater representation in discussions about comics.
Overall, there is a strong sentiment of enjoyment and fun among the audience, with many expressing that the podcast enhances their comic-reading experience.
There are mixed reviews regarding sound quality and format, with some finding it a bit too synthetic or cluttered with hosts.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and entertaining conversations the hosts bring, often highlighting their humor and chemistry.

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Batman Day 2025 Special!
Q: Original X-Men trilogy or original Batman quadrilogy?
The guest chose the Batman quadrilogy over the X-Men trilogy, citing Batman Forever as their favorite Batman movie.
Daredevil VS Kingpin, Punisher & Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man?!
Q: What are your thoughts on the portrayal of women in this iteration of Daredevil?
The show is critiqued for underplaying strong female characters, despite having notable ones like Vanessa and Karen.
Daredevil VS Kingpin, Punisher & Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man?!
Q: How do you view the discrepancies between the Netflix Daredevil and the new series?
The new series has a much lighter tone compared to the emotional weight of the Netflix version, allowing for a more accessible narrative.
X-Men: Blood Hunt - Magik #1 (Marvel) & Zatanna: Bring Down The House #1 (DC)
Q: So Jonah, I want to ask a question. Are there a lot of vampires in Marvel's Snap?
The only two vampires are Dracula and Blade.

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Focusing on a variety of comic book universes, this podcast entertains listeners with lively discussions regarding notable titles and crossover events from both Marvel and DC. The engaging hosts navigate through character arcs and ongoing storylines, offering critiques and insights that resonate with comic fans. They employ humor and personal anecdotes to connect with their audience, ensuring that both casual and hardcore comic enthusiasts can enjoy the dialogue without feeling overwhelmed. This engaging atmosphere is enhanced by the podcast's emphasis on diverse voices and representation, making it stand out in the comic media landscape.

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