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Graphic Novice Comic Book PodcastNot Dead YetJoin the guys one more time, for a reunion of the mighty Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast, as Nickel and VF reminisce over their 6 month absence, and triumphant return. If you're looking for a podcast that discusses weddings and chicken farming, this is the episode you've been waiting for. Even though Nickel refused to take the time to put together an outline, all your favorite segment bumpers make their return... The lack of formal comic news doesn't stop us from loading the show with the sweet sounds of Creed and laser beams. Nickel defen...
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Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast098 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 9 of 10: Left At The AlterAfter The Salty Language Podcast leaves us at the alter in our pretty white wedding dresses, Episode 98 happens, and The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast is one step closer to its untimely demise. The guys discuss some general ongoings in each other's lives before proceeding with an always insightful and intelligent discussion on the wide world of comics. In Comic News this week Nickel and The Velvet Fog discuss Logan, Marvel's recent sales woes and other timely topics. Make sure you tune in to listen to Nickel's monumental performance in the Marvel Trivia Box segment. T...
2017-03-152h 21Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast097 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 8 of 10: The Velvet Fog ReturnsNot dead yet... The Velvet Fog returns from a prolonged absence and the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast makes its way back to the airwaves. Nickel & VF discuss their absence, and spend the majority of the podcast not talking about comics... but sort of talking about comics. Bumpers are once again rolled. After a lot of off-topic chatter, the conversation eventually makes it to "Comic News" and the decline of Marvel's comic sales... An old familiar subject, Nickel bitches about stuff... Other topics include: digital codes, The Batman Lego movie, Riverdale on Netflix, Iron Fist on Netflix, and...
2017-03-022h 32Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast094.2 - The Underground Conversation Sessions - Desmond HassingJoin Nickel from the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast as he tries to kill the time while VF recovers from the black plague, and records some conversations with old friends. In this session, Nickel sits down with Desmond Hassing of "Musings of a Geek", "Arkham Social Hour", and "Slackademia" podcasting fame. Desmond had as many podcasts as he has arts degrees, but its late and we can't remember them all... The conversation starts with the best of intentions, but after hours of trying to figure out how to record, Nickel is unprepared to steer clear of ...
2017-02-202h 36Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast096 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 7 of 10Join Nickel & The Velvet Fog for one of the final episodes of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. The audio quality is a bit of a throwback to our earlier podcasts, as Nickel's internet connection is a bit spotty. In the "bullshit" segment, the fellows discuss bowel movements, bidets, future guest appearances, the Floppy Awards, and general on-goings since the last recording. "Comic News" is packed with comic news, but nothing all that newsworthy. A lot more time Tune in to see if Nickel can keep his winning streak of 1 going this week, as VF ambush...
2016-12-142h 00Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast095 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 6 of 10: Conspiracy & The Super MoonConspiracies are afoot following Donald Trump's election victory. The super moon, is in the sky, VF has joined the "Trump Youth" and censored our previous episode to ensure his place in the new President's graces. Nickel & VF start things out with an argument about the merit and existence of Episode 94.1, the Graphic Novice Post Election Podcast Spectacular. VF blames it on the super moon, Nickel blames it on Trump. Neil Cetrangolo of the Dark Angels & Pretty Freaks Podcast goes mysteriously missing during the clandestine recording of episode 94.1 as well, also possibly linked to the super moon... after Nicke...
2016-11-172h 17Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast094 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 5 of 10The Swan Song continues as we reach the half way point of our grand finale. VF & Nickel spend a awful lot of time talking about nothing (including fellow podcaster Jason Brigger's castration, some wedding planning updates and VF's cathouse). After an hour of literally talking about nothing, comic news is extremely x-men heavy, with Death of X discussion, a look towards future releases, X-Men vs. Inhumans, & ResurrXion. The guys discuss their hopes and dreams for the X-men franchise, and the million x-books being slowly announced as part of the ResurrXion event. As promised, we also touch on the triu...
2016-10-243h 07Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast093.1 - Graphic Novice Book Club - From HellJoin us for a very special installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club, as we are joined by Tony High, of the Salty Language Podcast, to discuss Alan Moore's "From Hell".
2016-10-042h 01Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast093 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 4 of 10: JapanThe Graphic Novice band is back together again... After 5 weeks off, VF & Nickel reunite to discuss stock advice, The Velvet Fog's trip to Japan, and some of the highlights and lowlights of the past month. Listener Feedback also makes a triumphant return, even though most of the questions seem to revolve around the History of Bad Ideas podcast. And... if you can make it through well over an hour of general bullsh*t, we do eventually discuss comics. A Graphic Novice explanation of Civil War II precedes the "Rapid Fire Review" segment, where we discuss 5 we...
2016-09-222h 30Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast092 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 3 of 10: Portly and BubblyNickel & The Velvet Fog continue the death march towards the hundredth and final episode. We spend some time discussing dieting, we reveal some details about the end of the show, look into the disappearance of Ryan Beagley, and Nickel complains about fracking documentaries. Episode 92 also features the return of our award winning "Listener Feedback" segment. VF shares his thoughts on the Suicide Squad in "Comic News". The "Rapid-Fire Review" segment covers books released on August 3, and August 10, 2016. Our discussion includes Batman #4, Black Science #23, Low #15, Tokyo Ghost #9, Uncanny X-Men #11, All-Star Batman #1 & Detective Comics #938. Th...
2016-08-182h 01Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast091 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 2 of 10: Pickle That S**tWe continue with the "The Death of Graphic Novice" story arc this week, with a very special episode. The main plot is put is a bit of an afterthought while the guys bullshit about the Velvet Fog's old computer, Pokémon Go, some more Pokémon GO, VF's pubic hair, upcoming show guests, and the engagement of Craig Julius Nickel. In "Comic News" the guys discuss SDCC 2016 (not really), Nickel complains about stuff, and the lack of any substantial "Listener Feedback" is explained. Tune into another segment of "Marvel Trivia Box" to see if the Velve...
2016-07-292h 00Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast090 - The Death of Graphic Novice - Part 1 of 10Join Nickel & The Velvet Fog as they discuss the journey towards their podcasting sunset, the podcaster formerly known as Doc Thirst, Nickel's appearance on the History of Bad Ideas podcast and VF's string of appearances on the Green Up podcast. And, after catching up on the past week or two, we roll out another episode of Listener Feedback. In a "Comic News" segment that spills over into several other segments, VF & Nickel talk about Midnighter, the new "Death of X" mini-series, the first appearance of Riri Williams and her role as the "new" Iron Man, and sales number...
2016-07-182h 36Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast089 - The Death of Graphic Novice - PreludeWe transition and/or limp into our final 10 episodes and welcome summer, with this, episode 89. Don't miss out on the build up to the 10 episode, Death of Graphic Novice story arc. The Velvet Fog & Nickel start things out with a discussion of the Creed Power Feedback Hour (Episode 88.5), VF's appearance on the Green Up Podcast, and project Cassette Tape. In the General Banter (Bullshit) segment we address VF's podcasting prospects, his concerns with the European Union, the Canadian Postal strike, Nickel's 31st birthday, and some sports updates. The fledgling "Listener Feedback" segment features some new...
2016-06-272h 23Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast088 - Nerdcon Sombreros & The Civil WarsAnother episode of the awardless Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast, with your humble hosts, Nickel and The Velvet Fog. This week in Bullshit, we discuss the future of the Graphic Novice Book Club, the big board game convention in St. Louis, the general discontents of Nickel, and his take on sugars and carbs. This episode marks the addition of a completely original and unique "Listener Feedback" segment which was not inspired or stolen from any other podcast. Tune in for a riveting discussion of Canadian superheroes in response to one of Number 1 Fan Doug B's questions. In...
2016-06-032h 32Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast087 - Velvet Fog & The Spring of FireAnother episode of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast hits the airwaves with Nickel & The Velvet Fog. As a tribute to the Suicide Squad movie, internet issues forced us to go back and re-record several parts of this episode, delaying its release. In the initial "General Banter" segment, now renamed, "Bullshittin'" we discuss the Alberta fires, Doc Thirst's birthday, the Fantastic Four movie, Jeff Nau's appearance on the Latest "Book Club" episode, VF's recent and future travels, vintage Nintendo systems and games, and Danger Entertainment contract negotiations. "Comic News" is a little light this week, but we d...
2016-05-191h 54Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast086.1 - Graphic Novice Book Club - WatchmenJoin us for another installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club, as we are joined by Jeffrey Nau, of the History of Bad Ideas podcast, to discuss the Watchmen.
2016-05-052h 08Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast086 - Dixieland DelightThe Graphic Novice Comic Book podcast returns to the sweet sweet sounds of Alabama's "Dixieland Delight". After discussing some southern terminology, the guys move on to the aptly named, "Bullshit" segment, where they review the highlights and lowlights from the past couple weeks. VF is a man on the town, Nickel is man on the ground.
"Comic News" is a little light this week, as the guys boycotted doing any sort of "research" what so ever. They discuss the rejuvenation of Steve Rogers, VF's adventures with the DCU, and Nickel complains about stuff.
Nickel continues to co...
2016-04-192h 08Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast85.1 - Batman v. Superman v. Graphic NoviceJoin the gang of the seldom-celebrated Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast as they share their thoughts on the "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice" movie. VF & Nickel discuss the ups and downs and the highs and lows of the movie, sharing their innermost thoughts, opinions and secrets.
Please enjoy this very special supplemental episode of Graphic Novice.
2016-04-051h 57Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast085 - RebirthJoin your old friends Nickel & VF for what many (one or two) people are referring to as the "Death March of Graphic Novice". Your hosts get caught up on each others comings and goings before moving on to discuss the upcoming "Rebirth Event" over at DC Comics.
"Comic News" is dedicated completely to "Rebirth".
After a long and confusing discussion on Rebirth, we move on to discuss comics released in the first half of March 2016, including Deadly Class #19, Avengers Standoff Assault On Pleasant Hill Alpha #1, Black Widow #1, Lantern City #11, Snow Blind #4, Detective Comics #50, Amazing Spider-Man #9, Cap...
2016-03-312h 02Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast084 - Nickel v. The StateEpisode 84 of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast kicks off with a riveting debate on hot vs. cold. Nickel never quite recovers in this episode after VF decides that its his turn to roll the bumpers.
After teasing the story on the twitters, Nickel v. The State tells how about 1/3 of the land that hosts the infamous Murder Cabin is scheduled to be annexed by the County for flood mitigation. Don't miss out on this heart-wrenching tale of woe during the first hour of the podcast.
In "Comic News" we set up DC's "Rebirth" event, dis...
2016-03-102h 02Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast083.1 - Graphic Novice Book Club - The CrowYour snuggly Graphic Novice hosts are joined by the wildly popular, charming and suave, Neil Cetrangolo, from The Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks podcast (http://www.darkangelsandprettyfreaks.com) to discuss The Crow (original series) by James Obarr.
Join us as the three of us discuss our thoughts and opinions on this monumental collection after re-reading it.
Our thanks to Neil for putting up with us, and everyone who chooses to spend a little time with us. Check out The Crow, then come join the Graphic Novice Book Club.
2016-02-251h 13Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast083 - Back From The PubsJoin Benjamen, Scott, VF & Nickel as they catch up after some more time away from comic book podcasting. The opening, 'General Banter" segment is primarily a discussion of neighborhood pubs, and drinking establishments. Settle in, this episode is a 3-hour marathon.
In "Comic News" the fellows discuss the upcoming prequel to Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns" and various Superbowl movie trailers. Rob Liefield's comments about the creation of Deadpool, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and anticipation for the 2016 comic book movies round out the segment.
Once again, the "Marvel Trivia Box" segment exposes Nickel's lack of know...
2016-02-133h 01Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast082 - Hufflepuff SweatsIn this week's general banter segment, the fellows discuss the Hufflepuff house from Harry Potter, Valentine's Day presents, listener feedback from Doug and Jason regarding the podcast, listener feedback from Cheeto Bandito regarding Star Wars, the annual Asquith Saskatchewan hockey tournament, Nickel's encounter with the Grey Cup and VF's epic journey to digitize his original Star Wars VHS tapes.
Once again, its Nickel vs. VF vs. The Marvel Trivia Box, in everyone's favorite new segment, "Marvel Trivia Box".
In "Rapid Fire Review" we discuss books released on January 13, 2016, including Batman & Robin Eternal #15, Earth 2 Society #8, Gotham Aca...
2016-01-282h 28Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast081 - The Graphic Novice Reunion TourThe Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast team comes out of retirement for the 2016 Reunion Tour. Nickel & VF discuss what they've been up to for the past couple months, including sorting comics, prescription sunglasses, Star Wars, Making A Murderer, and coincidentally, New Year's at the Murder Cabin.
No Marvel Trivia this week so that the guys can catch up on the highlights and lowlights from the past 5 weeks of comics.
As always, we wrap up by taking a look what's coming out on the following new comic book day (January 13, 2016).
See you on the road.
2016-01-142h 03Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast080.1 - Graphic Novice Book Club - Alias: Jessica Jones Volume 1The hosts of Graphic Novice are joined by the infamous Bryan from The Salty Language Podcast (saltylanguage.com) to discuss the original Jessica Jones comics, ie. Alias that the current Netflix series is based on.
Don't miss this unholy union of the Salty Language Podcast and Graphic Novice as they discuss the highs and lows of Alias, issues #1-9.
Stay Salty.
2015-12-281h 14Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast080 - The Graphic Novice Holiday UnspectacularIf one of the hosts of the show wasn't intoxicated throughout the entire Holiday season, this would have been a pre-Christmas release, but instead, we kept this special episode on the back burner until Boxing Day had passed. This short and out of character mini-show was recorded immediately prior to the second installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club.
Nickel & VF discuss VF's initial impressions of Star Wars, Michael Leal's undefeated streak in the "Marvel Trivia Box", and then the guys skip directly to "Rapid Fire Review" and books released on November 18, 2015, in a failed attempt to bring this...
2015-12-2752 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast079 - Finding Your Greatness (with Neil Cetrangolo)We are finally joined by the fantabulous Neil Cetrangolo from the Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks Podcast (thanks to a fictitious "Make A Wish" campaign). Our topics of discussion include testicular injuries, fitness shaming and our pending ad in Curse of the Vessel #2, Neil's expensive taste in things and stuff, VF's prostate, masturbation rehab, VF's basketball prowess, and the Green Up & History of Bad Ideas episode 100's.
In "Comic News" we discuss the Batman v. Superman trailer, Star Wars and Jessica Jones.
We then force listener Neil to join in on the "Marvel Trivia Box" se...
2015-12-082h 34Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast078 - After Hours (aka 30 Minutes Behind Schedule)Your pals Benjamen Scott VF & Nickel are back for the team hand-job that is The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. After experiencing a 30-minute delay, you'll find the our podcast in the "After Hours" time slot this week, where sensual massages, and the art of dual hand release are both fair game on the table of discussion.
The "General Banter" segment covers International Thanksgivings, helping friends move, Christmas gifts from suspended Graphic Novice scribe Desmond Hassing, Christmas work parties in Edmonton, the first installment of The Graphic Novice Book Club, Jessica Jones, Salty Language and the "Sexy VF" e...
2015-12-021h 59Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast077.1 - Graphic Novice Book Club - Crisis On Infinite EarthsGrab your reading glasses and smoking jacket and join Nickel, VF, Jordan Steinhoff (All Us Geeks Podcast) & Ryan Beagley (Gotham Knights Podcast) as they convene to discuss DC's epic "Crisis On Infinite Earths" from way back in old 1985. Topics include a quick summary of the DC multiverse, the rationale for the Crisis event, a summary of the 12 individual issues, and each of the hosts thoughts on the story, as well as the aftermath of the event in the DC Universe.
Thanks to Jordan and Ryan for pseudo-tolerating us for 2 hours. Please send us your feedback after this first i...
2015-11-262h 09Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast077 - Happy Little TreesThis week on the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast we tip our hats to Bob Ross and paint some happy little trees... metaphorically speaking. After getting two hour plus of audio problems, we get to recording, and slap together a fairly disjointed episode, even for us.
The "General Banter" segment includes a discussion of Nickel's podcasting schedule and the History of Bad Ideas Nicolas Cage Special, Green Up's 100th episode, A lovely and undeserved gift from Desmond Hassing, VF's insurance woes, Twitch TV and of course, Bob Ross.
VF & Nickel partake in a showdown of in...
2015-11-211h 57Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast076 - Audio Shaming & DeathThe Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast spends the unofficially titled "General Banter" hour talking about podcast audio quality, death, family, and our friend Ryan screwing up his new daughter's name. Comic news is a little light, but we discuss our worst comics choices of 2015 for the HOBI Floppy Awards, our new Trade Review episodes, and some TV stuff. After nattering on like two old hens for an entire segment, Nickel & VF take on the Marvel Trivia Box in another segment of VF & Nickel vs. The Marvel Trivia Box. In "Rapid Fire Review" we look at comics released October 14 & October 21, 2015, specifica...
2015-11-122h 20Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast075 - And Now For Something Completely SimilarA landmark episode of Graphic Novice, where VF & Nickel bring their 'D' game and continue to try and hammer down the format and spend less time talking about nothingness... to no avail.
During the "General Banter" segment, after Nickel's microphone tries to ruin the podcast, the final episode of the show (episode 100) is discussed, the last episode of The Walking Dead, the guys toss around ideas for a new segment, probiotic gut bacteria, bidets, the invitation to present a "Floppy Award" for the History of Bad Ideas Podcast, Mr. Bloom and Poison Ivy... and theories are floated about the d...
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Word Balloon Comics PodcastWord Balloon Podcast Gabriel Ba and Fabio Moon on Two Brothers Casanova and moreThe brothers discuss their new Grahic Novel Two Brothers adaptaed from the classic Brazilian Novel by Milton Hatoum ,
We also talk about their collaborations we Matt Fraction and Michael Chabon on Casanova, Mike Mignola on BPRD, and Gerard Way on the Umbrella Academy
2015-10-301h 10Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast074 - Comics, Politics & ThreesomesGraphic Novice records during the monumental Canadian Federal Election, and get a little sidetracked talking about politics north and south of the wall, after deciding that our listening audience wasn't quite bored enough with our regular programming. In an attempt to spice things up, we sprinkle in a little bit of threesome talk, which transitions nicely into a discussion about Denny's, which transitions nicely into a discussion about chickens.
With the "Intro Banter" out of the way, we decide to actually discuss comics.
We roll through an abbreviated Comic News, and VF vs, The Marvel Trivia...
2015-10-252h 05Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast073 - The Wrath of Cons: Life After The RCCCThe Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast returns after getting our chakras re-aligned, and spends 3 hours catching up. Our apologies to fans of both "Rapid-Fire Review" and the Fantastic Four centric "Back Issue Review", as this week's episode is an exercise in self-indulgence. VF & Nickel spend the majority of this episode discussing Rose City Comiccon in Portland, Oregon, Michael Leal as the "Little Spoon", hanging out with the Beagleys, The Edmonton Comic Expo, and Metal Roofing. This episode also includes the second round of "VF vs. The Marvel Trivia Box". Listen to find out who wins.
To make up for thi...
2015-10-193h 00Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast072.2 - Random Jams with VF, Doc Thirst & FredPrior to recording the most recent Walking Dead Trade Paperback review VF, Doc Thirst, and our Executive Producer, Fred, discuss a wide array of topics, including their shared love of table top gaming, Escape Rooms, Dungeons & Dragons, and eventually... the Walking Dead.
2015-10-1926 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast072.1 - Walking Dead Volume 17 - Something to FearVF, Doc Thirst and Fred bring back the Walking Dead segment after a month with no Graphic Novice recordings. Its still a Graphic Novice episode though, so the guys avoid talking about the title content for as long as possible before digging into The Walking Dead - Volume 17 (issues 97-102), which, obviously, includes the controversial 100th issue. WARNING: Contains substantial board game conversation.
2015-10-1352 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast072 - The Road to Rose CityThe least informed comic book podcast returns the week before the much anticipated 2015 Rose City Comicon in Portland Oregon. Nickel has flaked out, and the guys spend a significant amount of time discussing the great betrayal.
After the details of Nickel's absence from Portland are discussed, and VF shoulders the responsibility of representing Graphic Novice in Portland we move onto the aftermath of VF's 40th birthday, and our attempt to piss off Jason Brigger. VF almost picks a fight with Ryan Beagley, Nickel questions the format of the show, VF's chickens, Sue's Coffee, and Nickel's appearance on th...
2015-09-162h 18Graphic Novice Comic Book PodcastHAPPY 40th VF!SPECIAL:
Some friends of the podcast wish VF/Benjamen a happy 40th birthday. Framed by the extremely questionable editting skills of Craig Nickel, we are even graced with a voice from the past chiming in on this importatnt Graphic Novice milestone.
Happy 40th Old Timer!
2015-09-1126 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast071 - Baked Beans, Batgirling & Benjamen's BirthdayHelp us celebrate Ben/Scott/VF's 40th birthday by downloading and listening to episode 71 of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast: The Least Informed Podcast Available. We start things out by discussing Ben's birthday plans, our mortality, Doc Thirst's hockey career and table top gaming during our 45 minutes of regularly scheduled off-topic banter. After which, we transition ever so smoothly to a jam packed "Comic News" segment.
This week in the news, we discuss DC Comics financial woes, the term "Batgirling", Marvel Comics' hip hop variants and variant covers in general, Kevin Feige throwing his influential weight a...
2015-09-042h 25Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast070 - Friends of Snow
The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast returns for at least one more episode as Nickel, VF, & Snow lay down another 2 hours down on tape. Almost 3 weeks of life have passed since episode 69, and the guys catch up before moving on to discuss all the comics they haven’t read.
Nickel recalls an encounter with Canadian Reggae Sensation and friend of the show, Snow, and man of adventure, VF, recalls a day in the Escape room, but only after complaining about Episode 69.1. Mix in a debate about twitter, some brief discussions about going to the m...
2015-08-262h 04Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast069.1 - Let's Talk About Sex... & The Fantastic Four (with Jason Brigger)Special: A Celebration of Episode Number 69!
Jason Brigger from The History of Bad Ideas Podcast joins Nickel & VF for a celebration of human sexuality in honor of the 69th episode of the Graphic Novice (Comic Book) Podcast.
The fellows start off with a discussion of the new Fantastic Four movie to put everyone at ease, then move over to the sex and relationship questions. Everything comes full circle (as far as comic book content) with a short discussion of contravertial moments in comics focused on sex and relationships.
Most other podcasts were too mat...
2015-08-142h 00Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast069 - JazzedYour Graphic Novice hosts are far too mature to address the connotations related to the number of this episode (because we're saving that for episode 69.1). While we still consider ourselves a comic book podcast, it always seems to take a while before we get to comics and this week's episode is no exception. Nickel's cabin restoration continues, we are once again forced to address moon wars, and various podcast feuds that we have going on, and on a more serious note, Mrs. VF pays a visit to the hospital (she's ok).
Internet troubles (that you might not no...
2015-08-052h 10Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast068 - Clean BumsGraphic Novice returns from an unscheduled hiatus with a landmark episode 68 with opening music by Henno. VF and his sidekick discuss the stress of not reading comics, cabin renovations, Michael Leal, The Salty Language Podcast, bidets and bathroom sanitation, adventures at the dentist's office, VF vs. The Angry Ginger and a t-shirt update.
The "Comic News" segements covers Ant-Man, Batman v. Superman and why Graphic Novice didnt spend any time talking about the San Diego Comic Con this year.
In an attempt to get caught up, the guys have to dip way back into June a...
2015-07-242h 18Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast067 - The Post Secret Wars Marvel PreviewsKick off your shoes, get comfortable and get ready for almost 3 hours of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. The opening segment takes up roughly an hour, as VF & Nickel catch up and discuss the Graphic Novice T-Shirt campaign, cabin renovations, July 4th, gun control and fireworks.
After the non-comic related banter comes to an end, the "Comic News" segment focuses entirely on a run down of all the books scheduled for release or relaunch following the end of Marvel's "Secret Wars" event. VF and Nickel discuss each book and share their relative enthusiasm for the title.
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2015-07-122h 52Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast066 - One Flew Under The Chicken CoopAfter a week off, Graphic Novice returns to discuss Nickel's appearances on other podcasts (Gotham Lights, The Stranger Conversations, The History of Bad Ideas), as well as VF's glorious chicken coop, Graphic Novice merchandise, and a few other off-topic topics.
After getting a few kinks worked out of the show, we finally move things along to our review of new comics released June 10, 2015, including: Crossed Plus 100 #5, Lantern City #2, Batman #41, Detective Comics #41, Gotham Academy #7, Starfire #1, Mad Max Fury Road; Furiosa, Birthright #8, Black Science #15, Chrononauts #4, Descender #4, Saga #29, Savior #3, Starve #1, Ghost Racers #1, Inhumans Atillan Rising #2, Secret Wars Journal #2, Silk #5, Spider-Gwen #5, We...
2015-06-301h 55Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast065 - VF Hates LadybugsGraphic Novice returns this week for their 65th episode with hosts VF & Nickel attempting to get caught up by reviewing 2 weeks of new comics. Slaves to the show format, we refuse to skip right to any sort of comic book banter, but instead spend the first 40 minutes or so discussing birthdays, long haul truckin', ladybugs, bee-keeping, podcasting responsibilities and our relaxed summer recording schedule.
Comic news almost gets skipped over completely, before VF sneaks in a quick discussion on The Punisher showing up for Season 2 of Daredevil next year.
In "Rapid-Fire Review" we discuss Sabrina #3, Captain Canuck...
2015-06-181h 37Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast064 - Convergence & The DC Universe (with Michael Leal)
The Beatles wrote a song just for this occassion... We're Sixty-Four! Michael Leal of the "Who The What Now" Podcast and Danger Entertainment helps us ring in our sixty fourth episode, which we almost dedicate to the end of DC Comics' "Convergence" event. But... It wouldn't be Graphic Novice if we didn't delay the discussion of comics, in favor of some weekly off-topic banter. After getting all the network plugs out of the way, we get an update from VF farms, check in with Michael's many exploits and get an update on all the ongoings of the Dan...
2015-06-082h 59Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast063 - Moon Wars Aint Easy
Back in the studio after the landmark "Guide to Secret Wars" episode, VF and Nickel spend some much needed alone time with one another. As is often the case, it takes a little while before the topic of discussion finally gets around to comics (40 minutes to be exact). Off-topic banter includes an update on Nickel's cabin acquisition, The Salty Language Podcast attempting to deflate Graphic Novice's Moon War victory, Doc Thirst's disdain for his fans, podcast listening habits, the weather, VF's chickens, Mad Max, and how Nickel gets drunk and lies about stuff to try and make fri...
2015-05-292h 12Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast062.1 - A Graphic Novice Guide to Marvel's Secret Wars
Graphic Novice scribe Desmond Hassing joins Nickel & VF to take an in depth look at Marvel Comics' Secret Wars. Throughout the episode, we take a look at the history of Secret Wars, try to figure out how it will end, and eventually work through the giant list of new titles Marvel will release as part of the event. To the surprise of no one, things tend to veer off-topic occassionally, but if you're looking for information to help you navigate the muddied waters of Marvel's Secret Wars event, where better to turn than the Graphic Novice Comic Boo...
2015-05-242h 45Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast062 – Battleworld: VF vs. NickelEverything starts out nice and civil as VF and Nickel discuss Mother's Day, marriage, regional differences in Canada, Rose City Comic Con, meeting new people, fear of financing, mortgages, and the cabin financing until things get a little heated during a debate of the merits of Marvel's Secret Wars Event. VF is really optimistic and positive about Secret Wars after the first book, Nickel decides to rant incoherently on the negative side. In a nonsensical tirade, Nickel insults Stan Lee and broad range of comic writers and confuses the '60s with the '80s, while VF prefers the pa...
2015-05-142h 07Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast061 - Bananas (featuring Gwen Stefani)The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast is back for the second time this week, because we figured you just couldn’t get enough of us… then we realized that yes, yes you can get enough of us… but we decided to release this episode anyway. Before we get to comics, we talk about Hollaback Girls, friend of the show Gwen Stefani, fatherly dating advice and Doc Thirst, VF’s new mattress, pillows, Nickel’s crowdfunding initiative for a new grill, our new staff writer Desmond Hassing, Salty Language and our monumental Moon War victory.
Then we discuss VF’s cr...
2015-05-081h 32Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast060.1 - Free Comic Book Day (with Annaleis Cetrangolo & Michael Leal)WTWN v. DAPF v. GN: Dawn of The Who The Dark Graphic Freak Now.
VF and Nickel get together with a couple of their favorite podcasters, Annaleis (@wiretechgirl) from The Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks Podcast and Michael Leal (@michael_leal) from Who The What Now to share tales of Free Comic Book Days Past and Present. Before we get to Free Comic Book Day, we take everyone down the rabbit hole with us and discuss parenting other people’s children, Tenacious D heading north of the wall, the financial woes of podcasters, Gotham, Gotham Lights, and...
2015-05-042h 23Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast060 - Sixty For SixtyTo celebrate the 60th episode of Graphic Novice, Nickel and VF attempt to record a 60-minute episode, and it almost happened. An abbreviated "Banter" segment touches on our new website staff reporter, VF's new mattress, a Doc Thirst update, and Nickel's issues with the craft beer scene.
The comic news segment takes a quick look ahead to Free Comic Book Day 2015 (Saturday May 2, 2015), including some shopping tips and free book suggestions. We address the Eisners, but postpone our in depth examination of the nominees until our next non-sixty minute episode.
For "Rapid-Fire Review", finally accurately na...
2015-04-281h 13Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast059 - Fiddler On The RoofNickel and VF (aka Benjamin) return for another episode, ready to take a shot at recording a 60-minute episode. And, they fail miserably. Instead, you get 160 minutes worth of stories about VF's roof, purchasing a cabin, thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers winning the NHL draft lottery, new comics versus back issues, digital comic sales as well as the superman v. batman and star wars trailers, and some discussion of March comics sales... and then some actual comic discussion.
In the aptly named "Rapid-Fire Review", Nickel and VF discuss books released the week of April 8, 2015, including: Four Points #1, Evil...
2015-04-202h 42Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast058 - Nickel Hates DaredevilBen (VF) makes his triumphant return after a week away from the podcast with jungle flu, and has some comments on last week's episode with Desmond Hassing (from the Slackademia and Musings of a Geek podcast) and Jason Brigger (from the Musings of a Geek podcast). The pre-recording plans were to get to the comics quickly and efficiently to keep this week's episode as close to 60 minutes as possible... and sadly, this might be as close as it gets… so instead of sticking with the plan, the first half hour of the show is spent talking about camping and lawn...
2015-04-132h 34Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast057 - The Graphic Musings of Bad IdeasLeft to his own devices due to VF's debilitating cold, Nickel invites Desmond Hassing (from The Musings of a Geek Podcast) and Jason Brigger (from the History of Bad Ideas Podcast) to join him for a discussion that lasts far too long to be presented as one podcast episode, but is presented here as one none the less.
2015-04-062h 57Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast056 - Breaking Up Is HardThe Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast returns for another week. After announcing a new 60-minute format change proposal, we changed nothing, and to the surprise of noone, we didnt mangage to cut any time off the podcast. We spend the non-comic book portion of the show talking about past break-ups, sleeping habits, sneaking back home after a night of drinking and a plethora of other self-indulgent subject matter before moving on to our focus content, comic books. Comic news includes a cutting and insightful review of iZombie and the CW App. In our weekly review of the books we read f...
2015-04-011h 51Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast055 - Change The Cover: The Batgirl Variant Cover ControversyTwo-thirds of the original cast returns for episode number “double nickel” where VF reveals a major secret in the first couple minutes of the show. After VF is done blowing minds, we remember the magic of Ultima Online, we discuss Nickel’s work commitments, fonts, PowerPoint, VF’s roof, podcast networks, podcaster vacations, hot tubs, and winter road conditions.
A trippy new bumper kicks off the "Comic News" segment, where VF stalls as long as he can with news of Greg Capullo’s original art going up for sale before we finally get into the hot topic of the...
2015-03-252h 13Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast054 - Graphic Novice Minus OneIts just VF & Nickel in this landmark episode of Graphic Novice. The opening banter touches on some of the other podcasts Nickel may or may not be showing up on, technical and non-technical issues on the Gotham Knights podcast, VF's thoughts on Gotham thus far, VF's texting etiquette, The Angry Ginger's ability to keep Nickel on topic during the Better Call Saul podcast, and eventually... the elephant in the room that is the absence of Doc Thirst, and the seed of an idea that could one day be the Doc Thirst Memorial Karaoke Jam.
In comic news...
2015-03-182h 15Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast053 - Doc's Last Pull
The pre-comics conversation focuses mainly on Doc Thirst's emotional breakup with his comic shop, as the Graphic Novice team guts out a 53rd episode with VF half in the bag on cold medicine.
The "Rapid-Fire Review" segment reviews some of the books released February 18, 2015, including Crossed Badlands #72, Burning Fields #2, Plunder #1, Batgirl #39, Batman Eternal #46, Teen Titans #7, Tooth and Claw #4, Bitch Planet #3, Deadly Class #11, Lazarus #15, Manifest Destiny #13, Secret Identities #1, All-New Captain America #4, Legendary Star-Lord #9, Nova #27, Uncanny X-Men #31, Grimm Tales of Terror #8, and Lady Mechanika.
Our review of The Walking Dead Volume 16 – A Lar...
2015-03-051h 28Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast53.1 - Walking Dead Volume 16 - A Larger WorldThe guys from The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast discuss Volume 16 of the Walking Dead comics - A Larger World (Issues #91-96). In this episode, Doc Thirst makes note of the similarities and kinship he feels with Eugene.
2015-03-0454 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast052 - Coffee and Comics Round TwoIts the end of the Spider-Verse event and Nickel, VF, and Francois are all back for another episode, despite having to squeeze this episode in on early a Saturday morning (and by squeezing the episode in, we mean its less than 2.5 hours). Some brief coffee discussion, turns into a discussion of fast food, which then turns into a discussion of McDonald's, which then turns into a discussion of nickel's new bodybuilding career, which then turns into a discussion of doc's flimsy knees.
The conversation goes further and further off track, eventually touches on Valentine's Day 2015, and doesn't r...
2015-02-242h 22Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast051 - Sausage Biscuits and SpideyAfter wrapping up the 50th episode of Graphic Novice, the guys muster up the strength for at least one more episode. Before discussiing anything comic-related, the guys talk about Nickel's other podcasts, Doc's hockey career, a highly anticipated update on VF's struggles with convenience store sausage biscuits, Frankencastle, conservative Spider-Woman and keychain bottle openers.
A quick discussion of the Spider-Man movie rights smoothly transitions things over to the comic book part of the podcast.
In our weekly discussion of the previous week in comics, we look at Crossed Badlands 71, Batman Eternal 44, Detective Comics 39, Birthright 5, East of West...
2015-02-172h 03Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast050 - Fifty Episodes of Podcasting Ecstasy & Some Cake TooA celebration of 50 episodes, and well over 100 hours of podcasting together, we start out the show with a slightly self-indulgent look at where we're at as a podcast. Nickel bought himself a congratulatory cake and some Smaug Stout for a one-man celebration, and doesn't shut up after the stout kicks in.
The guys talk about Doc's march to the National Hockey League, his troubles at the local comic shop, and then deal with the listener feedback mailbag.
In "Rapid-Fire Review" the guys discuss Evil Empire #10, Batman #38, Batman Eternal #43, Gotham Academy #4, Gotham By Midnight #3, The Multiversity...
2015-02-092h 12Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast050.1 - Walking Dead Volume 15 - We Find OurselvesThe guys from The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast discuss Volume 15 of the Walking Dead comics (Issues #85-90).
2015-02-0938 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast049 - The Graphic Novice Classic Rock HourAfter exactly 31 minutes of talking about the music of our past, a Joanne from VF's past, pressing episode 50 to vinyl, hockey, and the old workplace grind, we finally get to our debut of the "Comic News" bumper, featuring a notable increase in "Creed". We try to avoid talking about Marvel's upcoming "Secret Wars" by discussing the trailer for the new Fantastic Four movie being released in the spring of 2015. But, much like moths to a porch light, we eventually get back Secret Wars, but attempt to put a slightly more positive spin on it, as compared to last episode.
2015-02-032h 36Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast048 - Secret Wars: The End of The WorldGraphic Novice records this very special episode in the wake of the big Secret Wars announcement from the New York City ComicCom. The majority of the episode is spent discussing Secret Wars, but we also reach out to listener "David", provide some weight loss tips, look ahead to Nickel's pending weekend of debauchery, and thank Brian for our Musings of a Geek Secret Santa gift. After a never-ending discussion of Secret Wars, we move onto some reviews of the books released January 14, 2015. The guys discuss Deep State #3, Wild's End #5, Batman Eternal #41, Grayson #6, Jupiter's Legacy #5, Lazarus #14, All-New Captain America #3, Amazing X-Men #1...
2015-01-271h 43Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast048.1 - The Walking Dead Volume 14 - No Way Out (Issues 79-84)The guys from Graphic Novice continue to read and discuss The Walking Dead from start to finish, and discuss "Volume 14 - No Way Out" (Issues #79-84) this week. As always, we are joined by internet celebrity "Sometimes Fred".
2015-01-2738 minGraphic Novice Comic Book Podcast047 - Nobody Likes Star WarsTwo key members of the team are notably absent this week (for reasons we cant disclose) VF and the Soundboard. Nickel and Doc use this opportunity to take some deserved shots at VF and sneak in some hockey talk at the beginning of the show. We talk about dropping coins in a urinal, the hype surrounding Marvel's Star Wars #1, and our Top 5 Horror Genre comics, before discussing what we read during the previous week.
"Rapid-Fire Review focuses comics released on January 7, 2015, and we spends some time talking about Crossed Badlands #69, The Woods #9, Batman Eternal #40, Detective Comics #38, Birthright #4, De...
2015-01-182h 01Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast046 - Don't Go Chasing WaterfallsAfter going off the grid for the final month of 2014, this episode marks the less than triumphant return of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. We try out a few more format changes, discuss the holidays, and pack in a ton of listener questions, a Walking Dead Trade review, 3 weeks worth of book summaries, and a look at the new and noteworthy from the upcoming week. we go over issues #73-78 of the Walking Dead with "Sometimes Fred" before an abbreviated "Rapid-Fire Review" segment. We spend some time discussing Batman #37, Batman Eternal #37, Alex + Ada #11, Manifest Destiny #12, Rumble #1, All-New Captain Americ...
2015-01-112h 42Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast045 - VF Loves Spider-BoobsGet ready for the holidays by spending some time with your good friends here at Graphic Novice. This pre-holiday special starts out with a discussion of the Doc Thirst's four day work week, Canadian Christmas, embellishment fines in the NHL, Twitch TV, Creed front-man Scott Stapp as a CIA agent, iTunes reviews, and a possible hangover day proposal.
In comic book news, the guys look at the DC movie poster themed variant covers, Loot crate, Marvel and DC series coming to an end, and projected sales for Marvel's Star Wars #1, and its many, many, many var...
2014-12-222h 10Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast044 - Doc Thirst Has Slain The Lynch King
We start out by providing some outtakes for the blooper reel, as VF proves that the fate of the podcast lies with the person who controls the soundboard. We talk the perils of alcoholism, blues jams at work, and another discussion of the World of Warcraft, where we get to celebrate a once in a lifetime gaming achievement in the life of Doc Thirst. Once the show gets back on track, we lay down some crack reporting in the "Comic News" segment, and touch on the new Star Wars comic, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Aquaman, and the P...
2014-12-152h 06Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast043 - This Is Not The Final Episode of Graphic NoviceGraphic Novice records on a day of contraversy after VF mysteriously announces the end of the podcast. Nickel is taken along for the ride with the rest of the twitterverse, and starts planning his podcasting life after Graphic Novice, while Doc Thirst went goes on with his life, completely unaware of anything announced on twitter. However, despite the ongoing turmoil in the graphic Novice studios, we are happy to announce that this will not be our final episode.
Once that's cleared up, we start things out with a discussion of Doc's return to Azeroth, as he joins VF...
2014-12-062h 11Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast042 - Welcome To Dollywood, Now With More LasersThis week, Graphic Novice pays homage to Dolly Parton Wednesdays, and celebrates one of country music's all-time sweethearts off the top of the show. We continue our exploration of the female form with a look at newsworthy women in comics this week, including a Wonder Woman makeover, and a controversial Spider-Woman cover image. After discussing an intellectual look at Spider-Woman's physique, we debate the various reactions to scantily clad females in comics. A quick review of Marvel's AXIS event precedes our "Rapid-Fire Review" segment. Our review of the books from November 12, 2014 includes Crossed Badlands #65, Deep State #1, Evil Empire #7, Wild's End...
2014-11-252h 08Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast041 - Life After The Wolverine Memorial Karaoke Jam
You'll want to pull this episode off the racks early and maybe even consider getting your hands on an extra copy or two, as its first appearance of "The Soundboard". Try to get your hands on the first edition episodes while they're still available to maximize your profits down the road.
We start out by discussing the Wolverine Memorial Karaoke Jam, our twitter activity, the Musings of Geek Podcast network, Batman '66, and the historic ties between comics and professional wrestling.
In this episode we play catch up, and look...
2014-11-172h 11Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast040 - The Wolverine Memorial Karaoke JamAfter months of teasing this tribute episode we finally managed to get a bunch of our friends together to pay our final respects to The Wolverine, following his tragic comic book death this past October.
Through a great deal of soul searching, and meditative contemplation, we realized that there was only one way to properly honor one of Marvel’s most iconic superheroes, and that ofcourse, would be through song.
Here at Graphic Novice, we’re not particularly good at getting facts correct, or even speaking in a coherent and engaging fashion, so we knew that...
2014-11-112h 29Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast039 - Amazing Girl and Her Amazing Friends (ft. Michael Leal)Graphic Novice welcomes Michael Leal from the "Who The What Now?!" podcast, to talk about a plethora of comic news, including some of the pending comic book movies, The Wolverine Memorial Karaoke Jam, MIchael's creator-owned comic book, "Curse of the Vessel", and ofcourse, Doc Thirst's upcoming book, "Amazing Girl and Her Amazing Friends". In "Rapid Fire Review" (for October 22, 2014) we look at the 2014 Crossed Special, Arkham Manor #1, Batman Eternal #29, Harley Quinn #11, Lazarus #12, The Wicked + The Divine #5, All-New X-Factor #15, Amazing Spider-Man #8, Amazing X-Men #12, Avengers #37, Avengers and X-Men: Axis #3 (of 9), Cyclops #6, She-Hulk #9, as well as a brief summary of the Hulk vs...
2014-11-032h 31Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast038 - Infinite Renumbering CrisisIn this, our 38th episode, we start out with all the familiar off-topic banter, including some podcast network discussion and the potential for an indie comic review special. One of our co-hosts spends the majority of the episode offline, and we discuss a serious lack of karaoke tracks for the Wolverine Memorial Bad Karaoke Jam. The majority of our comic news session revolves around re-numbering, the increasing price of comics, and various event related conspiracies.
In our "Rapid Fire Review" segment for books released on October 15, 2014, we discuss Evil Empire #6, Lumberjanes #7, Wild's End #2, Batman Eternal #28, Teen Titans #3, Cu...
2014-10-261h 57Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast037 - Falling off the DragonEpisode 37 leads off with a wall-snake update, The Walking Dead season 5 premier, and a few discussion topics coming out of New York Comicon. Nickel and VF find themselves on opposite ends of a Civil War debate and tensions run high afterward. In a "Rapid-Fire Review" of the books from October 8, 2014, we discuss Sabrina #1, Crossed Badlands #63, War Stories #1, Batgirl #35, Batman #35, Batman Eternal #27, Jennifer Blood Born Again #3 (of 5), Ragnarok #2, Winterworld #3, '68 Homefront #2, Birthright #1, Black Science #9, Cutter #2, Sex Criminals #8, Wytches #1, Thief of Thieves #24, Amazing Spider-Man #7, Avengers #36, Avengers and the X-Men AXIS #1, Nightcrawler #7, Punisher #11, Rocket Raccoon #4, and Grimm Tales of Terror #4. The gang the...
2014-10-212h 00
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast036 - Gangsta Novice and the Economics of 5-Dollar ComicsGraphic Novice attempts to connect with a new demographic this episode, and as a result, our explicit rating gets a bit more explicit than usual.
The big comic news of the day is DC raising the price of individual Batman issues to $4.99 during the upcoming Endgame arc. We spend a considerable amount of time talking about comic pricing, and a little bit of time discussing Wolverine's pre-mature death in Nightcrawler #7.
In "Rapid-Fire Review" we look at Crossed Badlands #62, Batman Eternal #26, Detective Comics #35, Gotham Academy #1, Grayson #3, Cutter #1, Nailbiter #6, Peter Panzerfaust #21, Protectors Inc. #9, Alex + Ada #9, The Fade Out...
2014-10-121h 56
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast035 - Doc's House of Snakes (ft. DAPF's Neil C.)A jam packed episode, in which Graphic Novice welcomes Neil Cetrangolo from the Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks podcast to help review and discuss the 8th Walking Dead Trade Paperback. The intro banter includes a disucssion of Doc Thirst's reputation, his drinking habits, the nasty snakes that live in the walls of his home, and the world's comfort level with VF's naked body. Prior to the big Walking Dead segment, we once again take a look at the books we read the previous week (September 17, 2014), including Evil Empire #5, Batman Eternal #25, Bodies #3 (of 8), Outcast #4, Saga #23, Amazing X-Men #11, Inhuman #6, Magneto #10, New Av...
2014-10-082h 03
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast034.1 - The Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo SpecialThis special episode features Doc, VF and Nickel discussing Nickel's first time at a comic conference, the 2014 Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo. The guys discuss media accrediation, the venue, parking, Alice Cooper, the Image Comics artists panel (featuring Chip Zdarsky, Nat Jones, and Vic Malhotra), cosplay, and walking the floor at a con. An unpolished, unplanned episode that fits in perfectly between landmark episodes 34 and 35. Shorter in length, but longer in Nickel.
2014-10-031h 11
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast034 - Chicks, Drugs, Free Tacos and GothamOur dear, dear friend Chip Zdarsky (Sex Criminals co-creator) leads us into this landmark 34th episode of the Graphic Novice Comic Book episode. After VF brags about his peak physical conditioning, and a quick off-topic discussion of Nickel's time as a pro-gamer, we explain how Graphic Novice became a part of the international press corp. This episode leads us into all the excitement of the Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo. In comic news, we discuss our thoughts on the premiere of Gotham, the scratch and sniff Harley Quinn cover, InStockTrades, Batman Unwrapped, and Nickel's drunken ebay purchase of the wee...
2014-09-291h 41
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast033 - Bronyless: The End of the Pony TrailAll three hosts are back together again and we kick things off with some tantalizing discussion of flying beer-can-related injuries, the end of the infamous My Little Pony wager, Nickel's absence, Spiderman and the X-men, and VF at the Memphis Comic Expo. Moving on to "Comic News", the guys share a few thoughts on the rumors of a Marvel re-boot and the upcoming end of Matt Fraction's Hawkeye series. In this week's "Bring Out the Dead" segment, everyone's favorite Graphic Novice "suit" Fred joins the panel once again to discuss The Walking Dead Trade Paperback #7 – The Calm Before (Issues #37 – 42). Spoiler...
2014-09-251h 51
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast032 - Wolverine Is Still DyingThings get switched around this week, as the guys abandon the theme song, the confines of the podcast's structure and format, and one of their co-hosts. Our Equestria correspondent, Brunellus, stops by at the beginning of the show, to talk about My Little Pony, She-Hulk, and Snowpiercer, before the guys slip into a more laid back and less structured discussion of the books released on September 3, 2014. They focus their attention on Nailbiter #5, Southern Bastards #4, Death of Wolverine #1, Punisher #10, Rocket Raccoon #3, Uncanny X-Men #25, and Sally of the Wasteland #2. Before things get wrapped up, Doc reviews some recent subtractions from his pull-lis...
2014-09-151h 28
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast031 - That Time The Governor Lost Something
In Episode 31 of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast we start things off by revealing the parties responsible for hacking iCloud and releasing all the celebrity photos onto the internet. We spend some time discussing Nickel and VF’s guest appearance on the Green Up podcast, Doc’s troubles with international travel, the Marvel anti-bullying variant covers, and a lengthy and invaluable segment on investing in comic books.
We then move on to "Bringing out the Dead", and look at the 6th Walking Dead Trade Paperback (Issues 31-36), featuring a lengthy discussion regarding the fate...
2014-09-072h 23
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast030 – Graphic Novice Loves Doctor Who?
Things get started out with Doc and VF’s attempt to get to the bottom of Nickel’s curious twitter activity leading up to Episode 30. Grease-stained pants almost bring an end to a 7-year relationship, Doc goes camping, and VF discovers the internets and re-kindles his love of He-Man, and after all that gets discussed in detail, we eventually discuss comics. If you want to know why Graphic Novice never has guests from the comic book industry, listen to the comic news segment preceding Rapid-Fire Review.
After alienating more listeners and potentia...
2014-08-302h 22
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast029 - Wolverine, Wendigos, Wytches, and Woodbury
After management scolds the guys, co-host Nickel starts things out by pitching the most inappropriate but erotic contest in the podcast's short history. We try to go through all the shows on the Musings of a Geek Podcast Network and fail miserably (sorry shows that we missed). Marvel Fact Files, Scott Snyder's new upcoming series "Wytches", CGC (graded comic books) and the upcoming East of West One-Shot Encyclopedia/Atlas, all get some discussion (41 minutes worth) before we get to the bi-weekly Walking Dead Trade Paperback Disucssion where we look at TPB #5 (Issues 25-30). After discussing the gruesome events...
2014-08-232h 40Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast028 - Colorado, Canada, and Cold-Hearted Comic Book Critics
Do Snitches Get Stitches? Looks like they do, as Doc Thirst gets shanked in the drunk tank during his week off. This episode starts out with our two world travellers discussing their adventures, as we discuss the folk music festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and a couple of the larger comic shops in Colorado. Comic news gets skipped over, and we jump right into our inappropriately named "Rapid-Fire Review", and discuss Big Trouble in Little China #3, The Woods #4, Batman Eternal #18, Detective Comics #34, Grayson #2, Alex + Ada #8, Lazarus #10, Nailbiter #4, Spread #2, Black Widow #9, Iron Fist The Living Weapon #5, Kick-Ass 3 #8, Legendary Sta...
2014-08-162h 19
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast027.5 - Docless: Guardians of the Galaxy Movie Discussion and MoreTwo out of three ain't bad... Those of us who have seen The Guardians of the Galaxy were present this week, to discuss the movie, and take a quick look at this week in comics. Before we look at the week's books, we a few minutes to discuss the reason for our co-host Doc Thirst's absence, his love of Rocket Raccoon, the ongoings over at the Musings of a Geek podcast network, and our thoughts on "The Guardians of the Galaxy" movie. We then start the Rapid-Fire Review segment for books released on July 30, 2014 and talk about Crossed Badlands #58, Evi...
2014-08-111h 51
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast027 - Livers Can Be Superheroes Too
Episode 27 begins with a discussion of intoxication as Nickel shuns his podcasting responsibilities after overindulging at a bachelor party. We use this opportunity to critically analyze drinking habits, and try and get a rise out of our podcast nemeses who have yet to acknowledge (or discover) our existence. After spending sufficient time on the topic of alcoholism, we touch on VF's last camping trip and move somewhat promptly (for Graphic Novice) into comic book news. As we were not invited to, or acknowledged by Comicon, we go full-on sour grapes and tell you why as a comic boo...
2014-08-042h 29
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast026 - Bringing Out The FredThe Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast returns this week to talk about some things and stuff. That stuff includes a discussion of some comics from the previous week and the fourth Walking Dead trade paperback… eventually. Prior to our regular comic talk, however, we touch on The Crow, Desmond Hassing’s slighting of Nickel and the History of Bad Ideas Podcast, the great city of Chicago, monthly comic book sales for June 2014, the Overstreet Price Guide, and perhaps the greatest betrayal the Graphic novice team has ever faced. So that our regular guest Fred doesn’t have to endure 4 hours of...
2014-07-282h 39
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast025 - Twenty Five Episodes of Incoherent and ill-Informed Comic TalkIts our anniversary show, and we're celebrating with almost 3 more hours of what we do best around here... or at least what we do a lot of around here... talking comics and stuff. Hydra ponies up some cash to sponsor the big anniversary show (finally helping us to pay some bills) and sneaks in some thought provoking propoganda before a new version of our favorite theme song, Baked Beans, peppered with some of our favorite moments from the first 24 episodes. Hail Hydra! And, after all that, we do eventually record a show... We announce our disdain for Dr. Who, Doc...
2014-07-222h 50
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast024 - The Independence Day Extravaganza & Some Comics TooIts back to back holiday episodes, as Graphic Novice looks back at the trials and tribulations of the Independence Day Weekend. Doc warns us about the death wobble, and lasts almost 24 minutes before offering up a Cyclops impression, while Nickel rambles on for what seems like an hour trying unsuccessfully to make a point about the Facebook social experimentation news, and compare it to Alysa Milano's "Hacktivist". Once again joined by Executive Producer, Fred, the Walking Dead Trade Paperback Review for TPB #3, "Safety Behind Bars" is moved up to avoid putting Fred to sleep with "Rapid Fire Review". For...
2014-07-142h 43
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast023 - The Spectacular Canada Day SpectacularDoc, VF and Nickel all take a quick break from their jovial Canada Day celebrations to sit down and talk comics. The episode starts out with some hockey talk, tales from camping, and a quick Musings of a Geek podcast network update, before unrapidly proceeding to the inappropriately named "Rapid-Fire Review" segment. In this episode, the guys at Graphic Novice look at Crossed Badlands #56, All-Star Western #32, Batman #32, Batman Eternal #12, My Little Pony Friendship is Magic #20, Deadly Class #6, Fuse #5, Outcast #1, Peter Panzerfaust #19, Saga #20, Trees #2, Undertow #5, Amazing Spider-Man #3, Guardians of the Galaxy #16, New Avengers #20, Uncanny Avengers #21, Wolverine #9, and X-Force #6. Doc sneaks in...
2014-07-042h 14
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast022 - Miles Behind UsWith 22 episodes down on vinyl, the metaphorical 80's metal band that is Graphic Novice starts to show some signs of coming off the rails. Will the band be able to put their differences behind them, or will they wrap this thing up and decide to go their separate ways? In between the bickering, we pack this episode with network commercials, quality impressions, public service announcements, and dramatic re-enactments. VF, Doc and Nickel, and guest host Fred discuss which female superhero they would like to see on the big screen, Marvel comics gossip, the awesomeness of Scott Summers, and Doc's mod...
2014-06-292h 34
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast021 - The Superman Festival, Kearnsy's Email, and a Growler of Non-Alcoholic BeerWe lead off with the trailer for our upcoming movie and show off the acting talents of our very own VF. Off air, Doc attempts to whip us into shape, demanding that we trim the fat and try to keep the show to under 2 hours... did we succeed... listen and find out. We try to make up for the short running time with our longest title to date. We spend a little bit less time talking about nothing before getting to our "Rapid-Fire Review Segment", where we discuss Crossed Badlands #55, Lumberjanes #3, Batman Eternal #10, Detective Comics #32, Justice League United #2, United State...
2014-06-241h 54
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast019 - Giant-Size Graphic Novice Episode ZeroWhen our listeners complained to us about the length of each episode, we paid attention... and decided to record our longest episode yet. Other podcasts stick to a schedule, and try to cram everything into an hour. Here at Graphic Novice we take pride in the fact that a single episode is all you need to keep you company for a 200 mile drive to the in-laws. In this episode we take a little bit of time to reveal the inner workings and politics of the Musings of a Geek Podcast Network. After touching on a few comic book related topics and som...
2014-06-062h 47
Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast018 - Back to the Future PastThe hosts of Graphic Novice have to travel back in time to record this episode in sequential order, and keep the podcast on track. Journey back with the guys to a simpler time, May 21 2014 to be exact, and enjoy a trip down memory lane as we slowly and gradually discuss the comics we read way back in the dog days of May, including Afterlife With Archie #5, Lumberjanes #2, Batman Eternal #6, Wraith Welcome to Christmasland #6, Starlight #3, All-New Ghost Rider #3, All-New X-Men #27, Avengers #29, Captain America #20, Deadly Hands of Kung Fu #1, Fantastic Four #4, New Avengers #18, Nightcrawler #2, United States of Murder Inc. #1, Wolverine #6, X-Force #5, Manifes...
2014-05-312h 05