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Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 5 Episode 1: PSI Force #26: Hard CopySo in the last issue of PSI Force...everyone died? Or maybe just PSI-Hawk Died? Or maybe nobody died? Well, lets see what Andrew Chaser has to say about it all. Special guest appearances in the comic from "The Leaker" and Andrew Chaser's Mom and her maid.
2024-08-301h 09
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4: Episode 26: The Star Brand #16Death--Where is Thy Sting? More Like: Brimley--Where is Thy Oats??? Oh man...so sure there is some kind of story about what happens if the star child removes the ability to die, but really you should listen and stick around to decide whether Steven or Andy have the better Wilford Brimley impression. Also, zombie Ken/Jim Shooter.
2024-08-091h 14
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 26: Star Brand 16Death--Where is Thy Sting? More Like: Brimley--Where is Thy Oats??? Oh man...so sure there is some kind of story about what happens if the star child removes the ability to die, but really you should listen and stick around to decide whether Steven or Andy have the better Wilford Brimley impression. Also, zombie Ken/Jim Shooter.
2024-08-021h 14
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 23: PSI Force #25 The Return of PSI HawkRodstvow has seemed pretty unstoppable at this point, and our crew of PSI Force kids has just lost one of their own. Is the PSI Hawk enough to save the day???
2024-07-191h 11
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 22: Justice #24 ShowdownLissen here folks. We've rustled ourselves up a new episode of Justice! He's headed down to Texas where some folks are hasslin' some feller with wind powers! Also, a backup story with Potifar of the Medusa Web.
2024-07-121h 09
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 21: DP7 #24 The Face of DeathLots of great things going on here, answers AND more questions! Will Jenny Swensen be cured from her PITT related mutation? What will happen to Dave after he clobbered Bloodhound? Will Stephanie join the all lady CIA super vixen squad? All that and some steamy shower scenes..oh my! Better get to listening!
2024-07-061h 17
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 20: PSI Force #24Reunited and it feels...so...bad??? Big things happening in this issue as a fan favorite PSI Force member isn't going to make it to the end of the story.
2024-06-291h 22
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 19: The Star Brand #15: More Hobson, Less ChoiceWell lets just be honest here, we haven't really been loving the new direction that Star Brand has taken, especially some real anti "Don't throw away the Duck" story choices. However, it makes for one heck of a fun podcast. Strap in folks...PITT Plague!
2024-06-211h 05
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 18: Justice #23 "Ramifications"The Justice Brigade. A group of regular citizens that idolize Justice and carry flamethrowers. What could go wrong? Well, with Justice free of the drugs and working with the NSC he's going to have to deal with this unruly group...lest there be...RAMIFICATIONS!! Plus a new bonus story featuring Stasi and Kathy of PSI-Force.
2024-06-071h 13
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 17: DP7 #23 ConvergenceIs this a follow up and retelling of the Bootcamp brawl from PSI Force or a 3 part epic with basically every New Universe Character (except our beloved Kickers)? Well, as it turns out it's both!!! We get the DP7 Perspective on the fight with PSI Force, Keith Remsen being a Narc, the fate of Jenny "Spitfire" Swensen...*takes breath...AS WELL AS the DDTeens, some caged heat with the captured Ladies of DP7! Converging!!! Best not miss it!
2024-05-311h 27
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 16: PSI Force 23 "Bootcamp Brawl"Time to check in with the paranormals in the boot camp, but this time Wayne, Tyrone and Lindsay are running a rescue mission! Plus the mystery character...who is Richie Anderson and is he friend or foe??? Well actually that part isn't really explained well. Oh well, lots of punching!
2024-05-241h 25
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 15: Justice #22 Hide & SeekJustice is still hallucinating that he's in the winterlands, and the Army, police, NSC and his daughter are looking for him. There's also a gang of hobos burning things in a barrel. Then stick around for some universe news, a letters page and some profiles on Justice characters.
2024-05-101h 23
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 14: DP7 #22 "Army Dreamers" Draft Tie in IssueThey've been trapped in the clinic, on the run, running the clinic, dunked in The PITT and now, Drafted? Yep, It's looking like some of our favorite paranormals are in boot camp. I'm sure a barracks full of paranormals will go fine. Oh, wait! Pittbull is there too? This issue parallels the special "The Draft" but follows the DP7 group instead of the three new guys.
2024-05-031h 23
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 13: PSI Force #22 "The Kick Inside"Up until now we got the feeling that Thomas Boyd has been through a lot in his life, but with this issue we really find out. Thomas has been an assasin for a rogue CIA agent, part of teh PSI Force team and now drafted and getting evaluated by an out of control Nightmask persona. It doesn't get much crazier than this! If that wasn't enough, a back up story following everyone's favorite pranormal...Mutator!
2024-04-261h 25
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 12: The DraftAt long last, the Draft is here! This issue tells the story of three new paranormals who end up drafted into the government's new paranormal military squad. Meet Gridlock, a sad man who gets no respect but can make tubes from thin air (that should help). Also Metallurgust, who can control a chevy hubcap (seriously) and Blow Out, a PhD student who explosively teleports. We also see the return of Nightmask and meet Sgt. Haldeman who has a truly horrifying power.
2024-04-191h 45
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 11: Star Brand #14 Sins of the FatherAnd finally we return to bi-monthy Star Brand. In this issue we learn more about the motivations of Ken and Duck's space super star baby. Sure the issue is a bit weird, but we've got some great impressions and a back up story "Family Ties" that follows up on what happened to the family that Jenny Swensen rescued from the PITT.
2024-04-051h 24
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 10: DP7 #21 Death of the ClinicDeath of the Clinic??? Say it ain't so Gruenwald, we like the clinic!! In this issue a lot of the clinic paranormals are split up and have run ins with the army and state stroopers. Let's hope everyone is ok. We also get a special backup story "CHOICES" with the return of one of our favorite characters from a canceled New Universe series.
2024-03-291h 47
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 9: Justice #21 IllusionsJustice is in jail...again and everyone wants a peice of him. But what happens when you take a dangerous paranormal like Tensen and drug him out of his mind?
2024-03-221h 14
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 8: PSI Force #21 Spitfire, Teeth and Blood!Canada, a peaceful place with soft rain, ample Tim Horton's and free healthcare. That is until Jake Travest (or Slash Hannigan) starts ripping the place a new one with the MAX Version 2 armor (forget that version 3 existed)!!! Jake and the MAX suit are after Wayne and Tyrone and neither historic hotels nor innocent civilians will slow him down. Also: Lots of German Accents!
2024-03-151h 18
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 7: DP7 #20 Pitbull!Merriam, Lenore, Charley, Jenny Swensen, Mutator....which one will win Randy's attention in the post apocalyptic bomb shelter snuggle fest???? Oh, and something about a guy named Pitbull? That guy might be trouble.
2024-03-081h 16
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 6: Justice #20 PITT AidMick Jagger, U2....Peter Paul and Mary???? Justice makes his way to a concert raising money for survivors of the PITT (and maybe the family of those reporters in the helicopter from the PITT comic), and he gets into some trouble with Seraph, defender of paranormals!
2024-03-011h 20
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 5: PSI Force #20 "The Girl With Far Away Eyes"With Two Thirds of PSI Force captured, what's left? Wayne, Tyrone and their new friend Lindsay find out what happened to the others and have a run in with the Medusa Web. Plus a special back-up Codename: Spitfire story.
2024-02-231h 30
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 4: Star Brand #13 "Ghosts"Creepy flying baby alert!! Is this still the same comic book that started the New Universe? Lots of big changes on the way in this story, so strap in and grab a cold mug of Pitt juice. It's going to get weird!!!
2024-02-161h 17
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 3: DP7 #19 PITTFALL!Well since issue 18 left us with a literal cliffhanger, this one can't come soon enough. Here we find out if any of our paranormal friends actually make it out of the Pitt alive!! Jenny Swensen and the MAX armor show up too, but is it to help or just cause more trouble?
2024-02-091h 18
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 2: Justice #19 Hero Worship"You've got to clean up the blood Lydia!" Justice is back hunting paranormals in Philadelphia this time. A PITT inspired cult with a dangerous leader draws Tensen's attention, but so does his daughter Angie. Will there be a reunion? Let's find out?
2024-02-021h 10
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 4 Episode 1: PSI Force 19: The Masada DefenseWelcome back to the Voice of the New Universe. Finally we catch up to what the rest of the Teens are doing, and what they are doing is running from the Medusa Web. Lots of new paranormals with nicknames! Blood Cat! Dustoff Skybreaker!
2024-01-261h 24
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Recap Episode: The Path to the PITTAt the end of every season we spend some time reflecting on what we liked and what we didn't about the issues from this season. In this case we had a bunch of new directions for our New Universe books, some regular creative teams and some controversial retcons! What did we make of it all? Pop some ear buds in and have a listen!
2023-11-172h 33
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 13: Justice #18 and DP7 #18 THE PITT Tie In IssuesJustice is still on his mission to bring the sword to paranormals who abuse their powers, at least until the PITT happens. We also squeeze in some poetry readings and bible study. In DP7 the clinic paranormals are working on clean up after the riot but tempers haven't lowered for all of them. Add in an apocalyptic road trip and you've got one heck of an issue!
2023-11-102h 03
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 12: THE PITTPittsburgh is gone...but what happens next? Join us in our review of THE PITT where we get to see The Witness, Col. Mac "Bloodthirsty" Browning and our old friend Jenny "Don't call my MAX armor Spitfire" Swensen as they experience the aftermath. Bad things can happen when a writer has a grudge against a character...
2023-11-031h 58
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 11: The Star Brand 12: Prelude to the PITTWhat is going on here??? Do we finally get to see Ken Connell do some super heroics? A weird visit to a comic book convention to see John Byrne? An unexpected pregnancy? Some kind of New Universe-shaping mega event? Massive retcons? we'll see but you are definitely going to want to hear this one!
2023-10-271h 26
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 10: DP7 #17 and PSI Force #18Riot at the clinic! The gang war might be reaching it's peak but for sure there are some paranormals that aren't going to survive this one! Tune in to find out who to grieve for. We are skipping ahead a bit in the release order to cover PSI Force 18, since this story occurs before a certain explosive Star Brand 12. Here we get to find out what happens after the destruction of the sanctuary last issue!
2023-10-202h 11
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 9: PSI Force #17 and Justice #17Issue 17 of PSI Force is titled: "Beg Tomorrow" and features not one but TWO new evil organizations and a bunch of new paranormals including the frightening Rodstvow! Steven's Russian accent is going to earn overtime pay for this issue! In Justice 17 we get some back story on who John Tensen is as he has to explain it to some dope trapped in his body who refused to just get vaporized like everyone else.
2023-10-131h 48
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 8: Justice #16 and DP7 #16Time to learn a little more about our friend Justice, and time to re-start the kill count! Tensen has a new mission, and trouble causing paranormals are not safe. In DP7 we get the formation of the new super team to end all super teams...the DD Teens! Ok well maybe it's just a bunch of kids fanning the flames of the race war in the Clinic. We also take some time at the end to talk about Marvel Age 59 with lots of New U News.
2023-10-062h 16
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 7: The Star Brand 11 and PSI Force 16Legendary John Byrne takes over Star Brand, but how does he feel about our main man Ken Connell? There was lots of advertising hype for this one, should be a good one! PSI Force is breaking out this issue with lots of fun pop culture references and John Lithgowian foreheads! A fun issue by Fabian Nicieza.
2023-09-292h 04
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 6: Justice #15 EVERYTHING YOU KNOW IS WRONGBig changes require a big episode so we are giving Justice 15 its own solo podcast episode. Cross yoru fingers that our favorite Justice warrior comes out OK from this one.
2023-09-221h 29
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 5: PSI Force 15 and DP7 15Crossover time! Michael Crawley left PSI Force and heads to the Clinic in Wisconsin. Lock up your MRI machines, it's explosion time! The race war continues in DP7, but this time a spotlight on Lenore and Steven damages his vocal cords with his best old lady impression.
2023-09-152h 09
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 4: Justice 14 and DP7 14What happens when Justice, an alien gets bitten by a snake? Does the snake gain Justice's powers and judge desert creatures? We can only hope... In DP7 we've got ourselves a RACE WAR! Charly is torn between her friends and the black powers group as paranormals pick sides.
2023-09-082h 16
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 3: Star Brand 10 and PSI Force 14"To Russia with Nukes!" In Star Brand 10 there is a problem in Russia, but the Russians are keeping quiet about it. Can Ken intercede? In PSI Force Tyrone gets abducted and Thomas "Stalker" Boyd takes matters into his own hands.
2023-09-012h 03
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 2: Justice #13 and DP7 #13Are you ready to Razzle and dazzle? Come to the hottest nightclub in town, where the music is loud, the drinks are cold, and the fun never stops! At Razzle, you’ll find the best DJs, an awesome bouncer named Trace, and the most amazing psychotic drugs you’ve ever seen. Whether you’re looking for romance, friendship, or just to get vaporized by a Justice Warrior...I mean Trace, Razzle has it all. Don’t miss out on the ultimate 80’s experience. Grab your friends, put on your best outfit, and head to Razzle tonight! You’ll be glad you did
2023-08-251h 41
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 1: PSI Force #13 "Diplomatic Immunity"Welcome back to the Voice of the New Universe with Season 3! Although we are moving on from a bunch of cool books that were cancelled, PSI Force survives to see an issue 13 and the return of an old foe (who sadly isn't Mindwolf). Stasi and her healing powers take center stage again, and we take one last look at some hilarious potential New U slogans.
2023-08-181h 12
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Recap Episode Part 2: The Surviving New U ComicsPSI Force, Star Brand, Justice and DP7, these are the New Universe comics that made the cut and get to continue on! As a special bonus episode, we recap each series and talk about what we liked and didn't like, and some of our favorite moments.
2023-05-111h 51
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Recap Episode Part 1: The Cancelled New U ComicsSpitfire, Nightmask, Kickers Inc. and Mark Hazzard: Merc. Taken before their time, or mercy killing? In this special episode we recap season 2, issues 7-12 of the New Universe starting with the cancelled books. We'll talk abotu what worked, what didn't work and give the series overall grades.
2023-05-041h 35
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 29: DP7 Annual #1 "Origins"Nelson Kohler, mild mannered microsoft salesmen becomes "The Witness" and gets a first hand view of our DP7 crew when they first manifested their powers. That's right, it's a flashback issue!
2023-04-271h 14
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 28: Mark Hazzard Merc Annual #1What does a Brittish drill instructor sound like? Which of the mercenary retrospectives had us laughing so hard we had to stop recording? Who will replace Mark Hazzard and become the new Merc? All of this and more in Mark Hazzard Merc, annual #1: The Death of Mark Hazzard!
2023-04-201h 17
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 27: PSI Force Annual #1A special double sized episode for a double sized issue of PSI Force! Lots of good stuff here as we get some expanded back story on the teens, a big epic fight and a PSI Force roster shakeup!
2023-04-131h 25
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason2 Episode 26: Star Brand Annual #1If you were a successful downhill skiing pro living in Switzerland with a beautiful rich girlfriend, what could go wrong by inviting your old friend the handsome lady killer Ken Connell? Answer: Lots! But was this a set up all along? And Hey! Connell! What business do you have falling in love with some rich lady with Duck waiting at home? Don't throw away the Duck!
2023-04-061h 15
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 26: Star Brand Annual #1 So let' s say you are a pro downhill ski champ from Pittsburgh with a wealthy and beutiful girlfriend. What could possibly go wrong in inviting old friend and noted ladies man Ken Connell for a visit and constantly leaving him alone with her. This issue is a big boy, titled Intimate Enemies. Did Ken forget about Duck? This will not stand!
2023-03-231h 15
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 25: Codename Spitfire The Last IssueShe's been in Jail, lost her students, messed with by the CIA, been stranded in Afghanistan and had a bunch of title changes. Will Jenny "Spitfire" Swensen and her MAX armor go out with a bang or a whimper? Find out!
2023-03-161h 09
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 24: Justice #12 and DP7 #12 "Redemption"Justice issue #12 doesn't resolve what's going on in the Winterlands, but it does give us a fast paced fast food killing spree, with all kinds of action. Over in DP7 we have a real reckoning, where the seven paranormals who have been hunted and hounded for months are finally reunited and going to face down the clinic and Voight!
2023-03-091h 57
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 23: The Merc #12 and Kickers Inc #12 Final Issues!Now what seemed a long time coming, an issue with no Mark Hazzard Whatsoever! Lincoln Griffin is on a mission of "freedom" in Afghanistan. We've got child soldiers, Metal Gear Solid references and questionable battle tactics. Kickers Inc sends off their fun comic series with a battle against the most cunning and ruthless fo all villains...Canadian Hockey players! Seriously, this is a fun issue with a bar brawl, domestic squabbles and even Sasquatch makes an appearance.
2023-03-021h 53
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 22: Nightmask 12 and PSI Force 12 "The Candyman"Damballah vs the Chain Beast! Nightmask vs Tullius in the waking world. The New Universe vs Sales figures!!... and it all comes down to a bottle of Magnolia Perfume. You aren't going to want to miss this Voodoo packed episode. Also in PSI Force we find Stasi getting herself in trouble with a cult selling candy bars and scamming old ladies. Plus the introduction to one of your podcast hosts favorite new minor characters. Make it rain!
2023-02-231h 50
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 21: Star Brand 9 and Codename Spitfire 12There's a lot going on in Star Brand #9. A Nightmask guest appearance, Kirby inspired wackiness and even a brand new catch phrase!!! We also have a letters page to talk about, a true rarity in the early new universe. Tune in and find out. In Codename Spitfire "Ghost in the Machine" we see the return of Jenny Swensen's dad...in 5 inch floppy disk mode!!!
2023-02-161h 55
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 20: Justice #11 and DP7 #11 "Haven"In "Desert Resurrection" with Tensen having just been responsible for the downfall of his homeworld the only way to get back on track is a romantic stroll through the desert with Webstral the Wizard! Just Kidding. We do get another excellent Conway/Giffen story though! That and over in DP7 we have some halfway decent 7-11 jokes, Some even better zingers from Hackbarth who savages friend and foe alike with his wit. Stick around after DP7 becuase there was a fun letters page with some DP7 history and we talk about the big editorial changes announced this issue.
2023-02-092h 03
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 19: Merc #11 "Retribution" and Kickers Inc #11 "In ? We Trust"Mark Hazzard, our favorite mercenary has been sprung from his Iranian prison, but he's looking for revenge on everyone who helped put him there. After that we also have a fun chat about reader submissions for the New Universe slogan. Finally Kickers Inc #11: now with double the word count!! Has Steven's voice recovered enough to cover all of this text? Why has Jack turned on his Kickers pals? We'll find out!
2023-02-021h 56
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 18: Nightmask #11 and PSI Force #11Voodoo time in Nightmask as Keith and Teddy have to deal with a Lucian Ballad who is acting a bit strange. Wait a minute, wasn't he kidnapped in the previous issue? We also get to talk about posthumous voodoo celebrity Marie Laveaux! In PSI Force, the kids are happy at the reservation and training their powers. But with Wayne, our prototypical angry teen having a fun time, could trouble be very far??? Plus a revelation that has been 11 issues in the making!
2023-01-261h 53
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 17: Codename Spitfire #11 "No Win"Writer Fabian Nicieza has Jenny Swensen back in the MAX armor, but it's an all new MAX armor now, ready to take on a mission of questionable ethics in Nicaragua. We also finish our discussion of Universe News for this month's books where we talk abotu what we would do with Jenny's brains or Ken Connell's Star Brand.
2023-01-191h 06
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 16: Justice #10 and DP7 #10 "Orphan"It's Tensen vs the Winterlands and oh boy does it get dark! Keith Giffen and Gerry Conway take us deeper into the winterlands and we find out just how evil they are!In DP7, We catch up to David "Mastodon" Landers who is still on the run and also Randy's missing antibody, who finds a not at all annoying orphan kid that we definitely want to see more of!
2023-01-121h 54
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 15: Mark Hazzard Merc #10 and Kickers Inc #10Wait, is it Mark Hazzard: Merc or just Merc? Is the New Universe pulling another Swensen in jail kind of thing? Who is this Lincoln Griffin guy? How do you pronounce Iran? All of this and more this episode!In Kickers Inc #10 Ever wonder what would happen if a bunch of football players replaced Chuck Norris in one of his 80's Missing in action movies? Wonder no more! In this issue, "Deadly Force" we find out exactly what that would be like. This episode brought to you by Sodium Pentathol and Kevlar!
2023-01-051h 59
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 14: Nightmask #10 and PSI Force #10 "The Searchers"In "Drums for Damballah" Keith, Teddy, Lita and Dr. Ballard get ready to go to a scientific conference...unless some Voodoo bad luck gets in the way! Plus some NASCAR and gigantic snakes! In PSI Force, the kids take a long overdue road trip to try to uncover the relationship between their brief mentor, Emmett Proudhawk, and their superpower/nemesis the PSI Hawk. Plus local yokels causing some trouble! Don't miss it!
2022-12-291h 57
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 13: Star Brand #8 and Codename Spitfire #10In "Nuclear Nightmare!" Ken takes a brief vacation from continuity and drives to the countryside where he meets young Tad Selby, a kid with a heart of gold...but also a heart defect that will kill him. That doesn't sound like something Ken and his star brand powers can handle, does it?In the newly-titled Codename: Spitfire, Jenny Swensen has found herself in beautiful sunny Afghanistan with a squad of "freedom fighters" and a partner that has a violent second personality. Add some Russians and a bunch of conterfeit MAX armor suits and you've got a recipe...
2022-12-222h 11
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSpecial Episode: A chat with Marvel New Universe Editor Mike RockwitzMike Rockwitz was an intern at Marvel Comics, then an assistant editor and finally an editor for Marvel. He ended up working on all of the New Universe books in some capacity, but also titles like Silver Surfer and Captain America. In this special episode, Mike talks with us about what it was like at the beginning of the New U. Lots of great stories, you aren't going to want to miss this one!
2022-12-151h 09
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 12: Justice #9 and DP7 #9 "Haunted Heart"Justice, a force of nature that delivers death to evildoers is struggling with the news that Becky Chambers has died. A mysterious man with a black aura, an increasingly brutal snowstorm, great Keith Giffen art...we are in for a ride.In DP7 most of our escaped paranormals have been captured by the clinic, Dave is on the run and they could be in for some real trouble. But the real question remains...can they win the volleyball match? DP7 issue 9, "Dreams."
2022-12-081h 56
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 11: Mark Hazzard Merc #9 and Kickers Inc. #9 "May the best sport win"There's a new mercenary in town (sigh) and he's teamed up with Mark Hazzard on a mission to deliver missiles to Afghanistan (sigh). But will Mark's plan backfire? Issue #9, "Decoy"In Kickers Inc, Jack has been having troubles with his powers, trouble with his wife and is suspended from football. Surely things can't get any worse....right?
2022-12-011h 57
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 10: Nightmask #9 and PSI Force #9 "Who do you Love?"Keith Remsen as Nightmask has had some lovely ladies show up in his dreams before, but this time something also has him running scared. Find out who in this week's episode!This month in PSI Force, Wayne gets...emotional???? That can't be right, better listen and find out what our resident angry psychic teen is up to. Also in this episode we get to see and discuss Universe News, where the New U artists chose to cast their characters as if there was a movie to be made.
2022-11-241h 44
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 9: Spitfire #9 "Strung-Out to the M.A.X."Before we let the troubleshooters go for good, we've got to pour one out for the Strong Arms in our: Top 10 reasons why Giotti was dumb to get rid of the strong arms, Letterman style! Jenny "Spitfire" Swensen in this issue hasn't quite escaped the government, and they have plans for her whether she wants to go or not. Plus we get the introduction of Jake Travest!
2022-11-171h 06
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 8: Justice #8 and DP7 #8In his quest to hunt down the evil leader of the wizards and rescue Becky, can Justice prevail in prison??? Over in DP7, all we have left is 4 of our beloved paranormals as the headhunters have been picking them off one by one. By the end of this podcast, is anyone going to be free?
2022-11-101h 42
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2: Episode 7 Mark Hazzard Merc #8 and Kickers Inc #8Treetop-Copter fo Dooooom!!! ...and some other things happen in Mark Hazzard, something about a lost relic? For Jack Magniconte it is finally decision time. Super Bowl, or retire from the game he loves and let his team down?
2022-11-031h 48
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 6: Nightmask #8 and PSI Force #8Justice is after Nightmask? This isn't going to end well. Over in PSI Force the group heads back to San Franciso but has a run in with Thomas Boyd, the Stalker. I don't think this is going to end well either.
2022-10-271h 40
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 5: Star Brand #7 and Spitfire #8Ken Connell has struggled to know what the right thing to do is at times, but with lives, relationships and maybe even the fate of the galaxy in the balance we'd better hope he makes the right choices. Star Brand returns to the podcast with issue 7!In Spitfire #8 Jenny has been captured and is forced to fight for her life. Will she give up her father's technology to save herself? That and hopefully no more dead troubleshooters!
2022-10-201h 47
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSeason 2 Episode 4: Justice #7 and DP7 #7Off the couch and back vaporizing any fool that gets in his way. I pity the fool that gets in Tensen's way, but there is something dark going on in the Winterlands...DP7 has split up and is on the trail of Scuzz, but they may have let their guard down a bit too much.
2022-10-131h 34
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 3: Mark Hazzard: Merc #7 and Kickers Inc #7We meet a whole new crew of mercenaries this issue, Ritter, Sgt. Major, and Doc but this action heavy issue hinges on the choices of another new character...Estaban! In Kickers Inc, the New York Smashers have made the playoffs but Jack Magniconte is struggling to play football with his edge. Also in this issue Smythe runs into trouble with a really fun squad of circus criminals. Can the rest of Kickers Inc. bail him out?
2022-10-061h 40
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 2: Nightmask #7 and PSI Force #7Fire up your motivational 80's playlist, the dream team is working out and we are ready to learn more about Lita Mercado, trainer of Nightmask!! In PSI Force, Wayne, Kathy, Michael, Scooby and the gang take on a sketchy Sanctaury benefactor (the Seattle division) with designs on the girls of the team.
2022-09-291h 55
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 1: Spitfire and The Troubleshooters #7The next phase of the New Universe begins!!! Star Brand is on a break this week as Ken Connell is lost in space. This episode: A troubleshooter dies!!!!! Lots of exclamation points needed!
2022-09-221h 07
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSpecial Episode: The First Six Months of the New Universe Part 2In part 2 of this extra special episode we are finishing up season 1 of the podcast by talking about the first six issues of all of the New Universe comics. This could be a good spot for new fans to jump on and learn about the comics or a refresher for those following along. In this part we cover Kickers Inc., Mark Hazzard Merc, Justice and DP7 Issues 1-6..
2022-09-121h 02
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastSpecial Episode: The First Six Months of the New Universe Part 1In this extra special episode we are finishing up season 1 of the podcast by talking about the first six issues of all of the New Universe comics. This could be a good spot for new fans to jump on and learn about the comics or a refresher for those following along. In this part we cover Starbrand, Spitfire, Nightmask and PSI Force.
2022-09-011h 04
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 24: Justice #6 and DP7 #6Sara... Saraaaa. No Time is a good time for goodbyes. Geof Isherwood writes and draws this issue of Justice where Tensen is down and out living with cab driver Artie. Will he find his motivation? In DP7 the team is splitting, which would be a really bad time to be hunted by "The Clinic." It's also a hugely emotional issue for one of our favorite characters...
2022-08-251h 56
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 23: Kickers Inc. #6 and Mark Hazzard Merc #6Car trouble, an irritated flight attendant, a rival quarterback and the Washington Centurions...only one of these things is going to turn deadly for Jack Magniconte in this issue of Kickers Inc. Also over in Mark Hazzard: Merc we get our highest Mark Hazzard body count yet, but was it enough to win a passing grade from our podcast hosts?
2022-08-182h 00
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 22: Nightmask #6 and PSI Force #6Starlets of the 80's in swimsuits, lighting people on fire with torches, Nightmask issue 6 has it all! Ok, and maybe something about sibling drama too. PSI Force features the return of everyone's favorite homicidal sociopath orphan, Cool! ...and it's a christmas issue where we learn more about Tyrone. How could you go wrong?
2022-08-112h 00
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 21: Star Brand #6 and Spitfire #6A critical issue of Star Brand!!! Secrets will be revealed, relationships may end, some of this may happen at Denny's! Also In Spitfire and the Troubleshooters Jenny takes a backseat to the squad of kids from "the Tute" as they work to thwart Steelhawk's plans.
2022-08-042h 02
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 20: Justice #5 and DP7 #5In Justice we have the big showdown with...Dad? Not Tensen's Dad...and well maybe not technically Damon Conquest's either? Anyway, lots of ACTION! Over in DP7 one member of the crew leaves team in a genuinely emotional moment and the rest of the team gives exorcism a shot. After all that we have a brief discussion of Religion in comics and the New Universe.
2022-07-281h 49
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 19: Kickers Inc #5 and Mark Hazzard: Merc #5Two of our New Universe teams collide as the Kickers get a request to reunite Stephanie (from DP7) with her son, and deal with "the clinic." In Merc, Mark Hazzard gets a request from Mal to help rescue his sister, but all is not as it seems.
2022-07-212h 02
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 18: Nightmask #5 and PSI Force #5No dogs or gerbils were killed in either issue this week, though it was a close call. Nightmask was still an explosive issue with lots of trouble from a mob of merry gangsters planting bombs everywhere. Over in PSI force we meet another teen paranormal who calls himself the Stalker! He sounds like trouble.
2022-07-141h 57
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 17: Star Brand #5 and Spitfire #5Ken Connell is finally going to make a decision that could shake the New Universe to its core...he's going to stick with just one lady!!! But will it be Barb or Debbie??? Also something about terrorists. Over in Spitfire and the Troubleshooters our main character Jenny is locked in Jail while Eduardo "strong arms" Giotti plans to save the day. But will Ken Connell (yeah he's in this book too) get in the way?
2022-07-072h 03
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 16: Justice #4 and DP7 #4In Justice, our hero Tensen is getting ready for a showdown with Damon Conquest that will not go how anyone expects. He also has some long distance girlfriend trouble! In this issue of DP7 our squad gets a reprieve from the Clinic hunting them only to end up having all sorts of Wompus-related problems!
2022-06-301h 48
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 15: Kickers Inc. #4 and Mark Hazzard: Merc #4The Kickers get back to playing football, but their first game is against a very dirty Raiders "cough" I mean Wreckers team. Will Jack use his totally not cheating powers for good? Or stoop to their level? In Merc, Mark Hazzard is in jail. feeling like he has some tough choices to make. As his kid says though, whenever you have a problem you just shoot somebody! We also take a moment to compare Jack Magniconte, Captain America and Golden Age Superman.
2022-06-231h 55
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 14: Nightmask #4 and PSI-Force #4Nightmask finally comes face to face with Lady Midnight, but is it on a date? a fight? something in-between? And what does she have in common with Keith's sister Teddy? Dreams, action and making out in this issue! In PSI-Force this issue focuses on Kathy who attempts to make an escape from the control of the Psi-Hawk, who is totally gross, right? Yuck! At the end we discuss what it might really be like to be a teen with powers.
2022-06-161h 48
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 13: Star Brand #4 and Spitfire and the Troubleshooters #4Before we get to the comics, we spend a little time discussing the lack of super heroes in the New Universe. After that we dive in to Star Brand where Ken is spends a lot of time on the couch of sadness and over in Spitfire we get some art from a famous artist who drew Coyote and Infinity Inc. Oh and I guess there are some deaths, arrests, and explosions too!
2022-06-091h 58
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 12: Justice #3 and DP7 #3This automotive combat episode! Tensen's road trip kicks off with a nice stop in a roadside diner in Oklahoma, what could go wrong? Over in DP7 our team hits the road as well, but does sunscreen protect against psychoplasmic pustules?
2022-06-021h 35
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 11: Mark Hazzard: Merc #3 and Kickers, Inc #3Guns, Parades and covens! Merc takes his next mercenary job, but he's got to stay out of trouble since the cops have their eye on him. That and the Kickers find out just how much trouble can be caused when a chemistry professor loses federal funding
2022-05-261h 31
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastIntroduction to the Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastA good place to start if you are new to the New Universe or just new to the podcast. Here we share some of the descriptions Marvel used in 1986 to promote the New Universe, introduce ourselves, and talk a little bit about ourselves.
2022-05-2435 min
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 10: Nightmask #3 and PSI Force #3Nightmask has to deal with drugs, dreams, and a boatload of sci-fi dream creatures while our kids in PSI Force struggle to understand what brought them together.
2022-05-191h 30
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 9: Star Brand #3 and Spitfire #3To start we take a look back at the previous two months worth of New Universe books and talk about world building in the New Universe and our Favorite Characters so far. Then in Star Brand we find Ken at the peak of his ladies man ways and Spitfire takes the MAX suit on a mission against Krotze.
2022-05-121h 54
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 8: DP7 #2 and Justice #2In this episode we look at two of our favorites from the first month. In DP7 our team is on the run from the clinic and some paranormal hunters that have really fun and weird paranormal powers. In Justice we learn more about the world that Justice/Tensen comes from.
2022-05-061h 52
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 7: Mark Hazzard: Merc #2 and Kickers, Inc #2These two comics start to hit their stride and one of them earns A ratings from both of us! In Mark Hazzard: Merc, Merc trades the jungles and fighting rebels for a little league baseball game. It's Merc though, so can we really imagine it isn't going to get violent?Kickers, Inc #2 features the Kickers on their first mission and maybe, just maybe there is a robot and some 80's NYC street gangs?
2022-04-281h 40
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 6: Nightmask #2 and PSI-Force #2In this episode we start by talking about the various comics books Marvel is publishing in the second month of the New Universe. Then we have Nightmask 2 where Night Mask enters the dream of his first patient, and PSI Force 2 where the kids argue while they drag the body of their fallen leader across San Fransico. Also Andy develops a new Voltron-based ratings system.
2022-04-2100 min
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastEpisode 5: Starbrand #2 and Spitfire #2In this episode we look back at the first issues of each series briefly and talk about which were our favorite issues. Then we discuss Starbrand issue 2 where Ken is starting to figure out what he can and cannot do with his powers. Then Spitfire and the Troubleshooters #2 where Eddie uses a pair of strong arms to get into trouble, and Jenny and Spitfire face off against some kind of "Death Tank".
2022-04-151h 35
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastMarvel Comics New Universe Podcast Episode 4 (Justice #1 and DP7 #1)Here in this episode we work on developing a new snappy opening line (let us know if you prefer Andy's or Steven's) and get to talk about two of our favorite New Universe books: Justice and DP7. Here we also start a kill count for Justice. Will anyone survive Justice? Who is Scuzz and what is his power? Find out by listening!note: New and improved microphones in this episode and for all going forward!
2022-04-081h 36
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastMarvel Comics New Universe Podcast Episode 3 (Merc #1 and Kickers Inc #1)We look at the fourth and fifth brand new series of the New Universe that are about as different from each other as possible. The gritty Mark Hazzard: Merc #1, and the more family friendly Kickers, Inc #1. Which issue has more characters die? Find out by listening! The answer may surprise you (but probably won't)
2022-04-011h 20
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastMarvel Comics New Universe Podcast Episode 2 (Nightmask #1 and PSI Force#1)We continue our tour of the issue #1s of the New Universe with Nightmask #1 and Psi Force #1. We've got a brother-sister dream exploring duo (Nightmask) and a reluctant team of teens with psychic powers (Psi Force). We also meet Wayne in Psi-Force, who would be my nomination for best new character of 1986. [re-recorded to fix audio issues]
2022-03-251h 39
Marvel New Universe Comics PodcastMarvel Comics New Universe Podcast Episode 1 (Star Brand #1 and Spitfire#1)Two comic fans and chemists begin a grand tour of the New Universe! Marvel Comics attempt at creating a brand new comics universe in 1986. We will walk through and discuss two issues an episode, starting with Starbrand #1 and Spitfire and the Troubleshooters #1The Journey Starts Here!
2022-03-181h 31