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DC Action NewsOctober 22, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of October 22, 2025. Featuring updates on Earth's evacuation, and the impact on local crime.Comics Featured This Week:Justice League Unlimited #12The Flash #26Harley Quinn #55Detective Comics #1102Absolute Wonder Woman #13Green Lantern Dark #7Superman #31DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn.Special thanks to supporter Oliver De-Vine. This is a listener supported broadcast. Your contributions to patreon.com/dcactionnews keep us running. ...
2025-10-2707 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 411 - Zebrataur, with Colin SpacetwinksWriter and photographer Colin Spacetwinks joins the panel to talk about discovering new games, games for furries, and the correct pronunciation of FIFA. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Ash Parrish, Esper Quinn, Brandon Sheffield, and Colin Spacetwinks. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Bully stick
Girls5eva
“You can’t be the new kid forever”
Babbages
HeroClix
Electronics Boutique
Round 1
Maine
Funko
Squishmallow
Pandora Bracelet Charms
LensCrafters
Pokemon series
1: How do you di...
2025-10-201h 18DC Action NewsOctober 15, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of October 15, 2025. Our top story is the total evacuation of all people on Earth into space or other realms of existence.Comics Featured This Week:Titans #28Wonder Woman #26Nightwing #131Superman Unlimited #6New Gods #11DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional contributions this week by Esper Quinn, Ripley Quinn, and Evan Von Doom. Special thanks to supporter Oliver De-Vine. This is...
2025-10-1809 minDC Action NewsOctober 8, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of October 8, 2025. Our top story is the King Omega Tournament, featuring a look at each match up.Comics Featured This Week:DC K.O. #1Harley Quinn X Elvira #1DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Joshua Lapin-Bertone, Jadzia Axelrod, and JR Blackwell.This is a listener supported broadcast. Your contributions to patreon.com/dcactionnews keep us running. If you'd l...
2025-10-1137 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 409 - Silent HilfFrank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield cover Silent Hill f, the sacrifice of EA to the monster of private capital, and thirty PlayStation hot takes. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Laparoscopy
“Don’t you dare throw chunks.”
Tetris Effect
Lumines Arise
Silent Hill f
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Rhythm Heaven
1: Y’all playin’ that Hilf? (05:29)
Silent Hill series
A...
2025-10-061h 09DC Action NewsOctober 1, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of October 1, 2025. Top stories include Gotham police firing on Batman and Robin, the newest member of the JSA, and the expected reincarnation of Darkseid.Comics Featured This Week:Batman #2Poison Ivy #37JSA #12Justice League: The Omega Act SpecialBirds of Prey #26Absolute Evil #1Absolute Superman #12Absolute Green Lantern #7Cheetah & Cheshire Rob the Justice League #3DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. This is a listener s...
2025-10-0408 minDC Action NewsSeptember 27, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of September 17, 2025. Top stories include the most important dog poo of all time, developments on the Crimson Archer case, and a tragic end to the Vampire War.Comics Featured This Week:The Flash #25Justice League Unlimited #11Green Lantern #27Superman Unlimited #5Detective Comics #1101Harley Quinn #54Green Arrow #28Absolute Wonder Woman #12DC vs. Vampires: World War V #12DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. This is a...
2025-09-2709 minDC Action NewsSeptember 17, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of September 17, 2025. Top stories include another disappearance of a god, Cyborg appearing in two different places at the same time, and the new fifth-dimensional hero of Bludhaven.Comics Featured This Week:New Gods #10Justice League Red #2Titans #27Batman/Superman: World's Finest #43Absolute Flash #7Wonder Woman #25Catwoman #79Nightwing #130DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices this week by Brian Gleine and Esper Quinn. T...
2025-09-1709 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 406 - Sextuple A, with Esper QuinnPodcast Editor and Game Industry Analyst Esper Quinn joins the panel to cover why Silksong’s price doesn’t matter, what the A’s in AAAAA-Game stand for, and the Loudness War. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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GDQ
Peanut Butter the Speedrunning Dog
Ivan Drago
“It’s a Russian taunt”
Void Stranger
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater
Hollow Knight...
2025-09-151h 01DC Action NewsSeptember 10, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of September 10, 2025. Top stories include a demon-possessed Superman on the Justice League Watchtower, Superpets in Midvale, and the resurrected spirits of the Knights of the Round Table.Comics Featured This Week:Aquaman #9Green Lantern Corps #8Batman and Robin #25Red Hood #1Supergirl #5C.O.R.T.: Children of the Round Table #1Fire and Ice: When Hell Freezes Over #6Absolute Batman #12Batman: Gotham by Gaslight: A League for Justice #3DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and...
2025-09-1009 min
52 PickupWeek 47 - RevelationsWaiting for Bruce and thinkin’ bout goose! All-Star Alex Jaffe and World’s Finest Gita Jackson scramble around issue 47, tying up loose ends around the universe, finding early signs of Batman of Zur-En-Arrh, and considering why Batwoman leaves out a menorah even though it’s at least Februrary by now.
Show Notes:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Wonder Woman
Batman
1: Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (02:39)
Giuseppe Camuncoli
Lorenzo Ruggiero
Gotham City Sirens
Harley Quinn
Catwoman
Poison Ivy
Pete Pantazis
Final Crisis
YouTube
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Star-Lord
Stephen Wacker
...
2025-09-1058 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 405 - Rear TickleThe panel discusses the best pixel artists, Clair Obscur’s greatest weakness, and In Which Lake Is Carmen Sandiego? Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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MS-07B Gouf
Panel lining
Goof Troop
“Use R to prevent the world’s collapse!”
Forspoken
PC Engine
Sega Saturn
Vegetarianism
1: How do you pick a video game release date? (06:44)
Demonschool
Why Demonschool Got Dela...
2025-09-081h 04
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowDarksteel Juggs - HBVC LIVE!This episode was recorded in front of a live Twitch audience!Cole and Empress Quinn had a dedicated bracket during the 24 hour giveaway stream over on MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH, so they got together to do a podcast but goofed around a bit. Talked to chat, referred to prior episodes, reestablished who they were, and so on. It's a lot more chaotic and freeform, so enjoy!As usual, you can find us at @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky. Most beats in our episodes are made by Empress Quinn! Go check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud.Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch! If you wanna get in on the action with Col
2025-09-022h 16
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 403 - It's Okay to Shut Up, with Victoria TranInnersloth Communications Director, Wholesome Games organizer, and author Victoria Tran joins the panel for game industry tax tips, thoughts on the “cozy game” genre, and checking Ash’s sauce privilege. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Victoria Tran. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Innersloth
Outersloth
Gunpla
Max Headroom
“So long, gay Bowser!”
RX-78-2
Mobile Fighter G Gundam
Wholesome Games
Game Developer Conference
ZZ Plant
Legend of...
2025-08-181h 06
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowShow The Blorbos The Horrors - HBVC Ep 46Story time in the one place that hasn't been corrupted by capitalism... SPACE!What does this episode have? Well, Cole and Quinn return from the Media Dimension, forever changed. Final Fantasy XVI and Devil May Cry 5 have been played. Quinn's been in the lab with Feldon's Distaff Counterpart, but with skeletons. Cole consults the Flicker master for Shiko. Quinn was caught slippin by Cole. An extended E.k1ypse trance track, and the Edge of Eternities story time!The 24 hour MTG Lexicon Stream is on August 30-31, starting at 1pm PST! Come check it out!
2025-08-143h 08
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 401 - Let's Gather Some Magic, with Esper QuinnVideo editor, white-blue-black player, and show note writer Esper Quinn planeswalks with the panel to discuss their first experiences playing Magic: the Gathering. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Carddass
Bandai
Capcom
Namco
“Ach! Hans, run! It’s Insert Credit!”
Orzhov Syndicate
Selesnya Conclave
Esper
Obscura
Magic: the Gathering
Ravnica
House Dimir
Street Fighter series
Izzet League
1: Brando...
2025-08-041h 27DC Action NewsJuly 29, 2025 - 52 Pickup #0For the week of July 29, 2025...DC Action News will be taking a break. We cede our airtime to 52 Pickup, a show where Alex Jaffe and Gita Jackson explore the comic series 52 by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, and Mark Waid about the year after Infinite Crisis.52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or...
2025-07-301h 51DC Action NewsJuly 23, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of July 23, 2025. Top stories include Opal City's descent into darkness, the original Blue Beetle's return, and an update on the continuing Vampire Wars.Comics Featured This Week: The Flash: Bad Moon Rising Special Green Arrow #26 Justice League Unlimited #9 Green Lantern #25 Superman #28 Gotham City Sirens: Unfit for Orbit #4 Batman #161 DC vs. Vampires: World War V #11 Absolute Martian Manhunter #5 Aquaman Discovery Shark Week Limited Edition: Air Jaws Allies DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaf...
2025-07-2311 minDC Action NewsJuly 16, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of July 16, 2025. Top stories include the god of goodness and light's retirement, Kryptonite as an energy source, and Harvey Firestorm's thoughts on the Gotham City Sirens' new looks.Comics Featured This Week: New Gods #8 Nightwing #128 Superman Unlimited #3 Titans #25 Detective Comics #1099 Wonder Woman #23 Zatanna #6 Gotham City Sirens: Unfit for Orbit #3 Films Featured This Week:Superman (2025)DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Ben Ka...
2025-07-1611 minDC Action NewsJuly 9, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of July 2, 2025. Top stories include Sinestro interrupting rebuilding efforts for the Yellow Power Battery, Superman's choice in the upcoming Smallville mayoral election, and the tragic passing of the Queen of Atlantis.Comics Featured This Week: Green Lantern Corps #6 Batman and Robin #23 Fire and Ice: When Hell Freezes Over #4 Supergirl #3 Superman Treasury 2025 Absolute Superman #9 Gotham By Gaslight: A League for Justice #1 Gotham City Sirens: Unfit for Orbit #2 Aquaman #7 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Ale...
2025-07-0910 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowCharacter Action Game Showstoppers - HBVC Ep 43We're not out of the Final Fantasy bubble yet, but at least there's a blue hedgehog to talk about. And character action games!Cole and Quinn are back for along long episode, where the resident yappers talk new tech, shifting gears, limit breaking and more! Quinn fights for faer life in the MTGO mines. Cole talks about Oompa Loompa doors. Buy some anti-blow out insurance!As usual, you can find us at @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky! Benwa of Smoking Mids fame found at @thebenwa.bsky.social.Most beats in our episodes are made by Empress Quinn! Go check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud.Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch!...
2025-07-033h 25DC Action NewsJuly 2, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of July 2, 2025. Top stories include Amanda Waller's possible scapegoating by the U.S. government, another hardship for the JSA, and the possible secret heir to Lady Shiva.Comics Featured This Week: SECRET SIX #5 JSA #9 BIRDS OF PREY #23 BATMAN '89: ECHOES #6 JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG 2 #2 GOTHAM CITY SIRENS: UNFIT FOR ORBIT #1 BATGIRL #9 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Daniel Dockery.This is a lis...
2025-07-0208 minDC Action NewsJune 25, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of June 25, 2025. Top stories include Lex Luthor's escape from prison, a temporary halt to all time travel, and a new romance for Harley Quinn.Comics Featured This Week:Green Lantern Dark #5 Green Arrow #22 Green Lantern #24 Superman #27 Superman: The World DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #4 Justice League Unlimited #8 Flash #22 Harley Quinn #52 Absolute Martian Manhunter #4 Absolute Wonder Woman #9 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Esper Quinn...
2025-06-2510 minDC Action NewsJune 18, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of June 11, 2025. Top stories include Superman's new power and weakness, treacherous developments for the Titans, and NIGHTWIIIIIIIIIIING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Comics Featured This Week:Superman Unlimited #2New Gods #7 Titans #24 Nightwing #127DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn.This is a listener supported broadcast. Your contributions to patreon.com/dcactionnews keep us running. If you'd like to contribute to this program as a newswriter or correspondent, rea...
2025-06-1806 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 394 - Fortnitification, with merritt kWriter, podcaster, and friend of the show merritt k joins Frank and Brandon to answer Esper’s questions on intercompany crossovers, the definition of 2.5D, and Gay Fire Emblem. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Brandon Sheffield, and merritt k. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Rooty Tooty Fresh and Fruity
Moons Over My Hammy
Alem’s Coffee
Metal Slug 2
Elevator Action Returns
1: How do we feel about corporate crossovers in v...
2025-06-161h 01DC Action NewsJune 11, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of June 11, 2025. Top stories include the ersatz Supergirl revealed as Phonygirl, an interview with New Kooey Robotic Mayoral Candidate L-Ron, and an update on the ongoing Vampire War with Count Jaffula.Comics Featured This Week:Supergirl #2 Action Comics #1087 Fire & Ice: When Hell Freezes Over #3 Green Lantern Corps #5 Absolute Batman #9 DC vs. Vampires: World War V #10 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Will Battle...
2025-06-1113 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowPour In Some Chemical X (Red Mana) - HBVC Ep 41Sugar, spice and everything nice. Suddenly.....Chemical X. Drink deeply and responsibly. Cole and Quinn return with victory in hand as we approach the official release of Final Fantasy x Magic: the Gathering. Discussions of losses, wins, many mids, 6 mana bombs and how the Power Puff Girls are Mardu coded. Trust us on this one.The Final Fantasy Remix by Empress Quinn via Google Drive!As usual, you can find us at @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky! Benwa of Smoking Mids fame found at @thebenwa.bsky.social.Most beats in our episodes are made by Empress Quinn! Go check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud.Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon...
2025-06-052h 40DC Action NewsJune 4, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of May 28, 2025. Top stories include the restoration of abilities to several superheroes, an update from Jaffzilla on Monster Island, and info on the hottest Pride Month events from lesbian cyborg correspondent Alison Mechdel.Comics Featured This Week: JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE ATOM PROJECT #6 POISON IVY #34 BIRDS OF PREY #22 ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #8 ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #3 JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG 2 #1 DC PRIDE 2025 Additional voices by Jadzia Axelrod.DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by...
2025-06-0410 minDC Action NewsMay 28, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of May 28, 2025. Top stories include the replacement of Earth's sun, the broadly unrelated Heliophage locking our planet in permanent eclipse, and a fashion update from Harvey Firestorm on The Riddler's new look.Comics Featured This Week:Metamorpho, the Element Man #6The Flash #21Superman #26 Green Arrow #24Justice League Unlimited #26Absolute Wonder Woman #8Absolute Martian Manhunter #3Batman #160Additional voices by Ben Kahn.DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe a...
2025-05-2808 minDC Action NewsMay 21, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of May 21, 2025. Top stories include the time travelers behind Inferno, the true identity of Ares murderer, and an interview with Pulitzer-winning journalist and current Daily Planet Editor-in-Chief Lois Lane.Comics Featured This Week:Superman/Batman: World's Finest #39 Wonder Woman #21New Gods #6 Detective Comics #1097 Nightwing #126 DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #3 Titans #23Zatanna #4 Superman Unlimited #1Additional voices by Ash Parrish and Gita Jackson.DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe...
2025-05-2112 minDC Action NewsMay 14, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of May 14, 2025. Top stories include double doubles troubles, an update on the Vampire War from Count Jaffula, and Harvey Firestorm's review of Aquaman's new look.Comics Featured This Week:Fire and Ice: When Hell Freezes Over #2 Batman and Robin #21 Supergirl #1 Absolute Batman #8 Green Lantern Corps #4 Action Comics #1086 DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 Aquaman #5 Additional voices by Brian Gleine and Ben Kahn.DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaf...
2025-05-1410 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowHousewives and Homewreckers - HBVC Ep 39 ft SylveonsilverTime to get triple 7s and unlock Final Heaven. Or Seventh Fantasy! What game series are we talking about?Missy, aka @sylveonsilver.bsky.social joins Cole and Quinn to talk about tokens, exiling cards as card advantage, Crackling Dooms in Siege Rhino decks, and eternal rivalries. Quinn talks about Candian Highlander and Compleating Your Mutuals 2025, and Cole talks about control, again. Meanwhile, in the Smoking Mids Dimension, Benwa tries to avoid talking about beans and beanstalks. Finally, a soapbox about MTG Arena! As usual, you can find us at @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky! Benwa of Smoki...
2025-05-083h 24DC Action NewsMay 7, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of May 7, 2025.Comics Featured This Week:Absolute Green Lantern #2Absolute Superman #7The DC All-In/Absolute Universe 2025 Free Comic Book Day SpecialJustice League: The Atom Project #5JSA #7Two-Face #6Poison Ivy #33Black Canary: Best of the Best #6Batgirl #7 Secret Six #3DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn.DC Action News is a listener supported broadcast. Keep us running every week with your help at patreon.com/D...
2025-05-0708 minDC Action NewsApril 30, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of April 30, 2025. Comics Featured This Week:The Question: All Along the Watchtower #6 The Power Company: Recharged Detective Comics 2025 Annual DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Special thanks to Jadzia Axelrod, Brett Bachman, Tamara Brooks, Neil Burnand, Will Battle, Ben Chrobak, Brian Gleine, Tyler Haggard, Evan McDevitt, Ash Parrish, Will Roar, Dylan Roth, Esper Quinn, Ripley Quinn, and Cole Wardell. DC Action News is a lis...
2025-04-3015 minDC Action NewsApril 23, 2025 Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of April 23, 2025. Comics Featured This Week:THE FLASH #20METAMORPHO #5SUPERMAN #25BATMAN #159GREEN LANTERN #22JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #6GREEN ARROW #23POWER GIRL #20ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #7ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #2GREEN LANTERN DARK #4HARLEY QUINN #50DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of DC or Warner Bros. Discovery, nor should they be read as confirmation or denial of...
2025-04-2309 minDC Action NewsApril 16, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of April 16, 2025.Comics Featured This Week:Wonder Woman #20New Gods #5Challengers of the Unknown #5Detective Comics #1096Nightwing #125The Summer of Superman SpecialDC x Sonic the Hedgehog #2Titans #22Absolute Flash #2Zatanna #3DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of DC or Warner Bros. Discovery, nor should they be read as confirmation or denial of...
2025-04-1609 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowYou Are Not Immune To Felothar Supremacy - HBVC Ep 37From the raging Dragonstorms of Tarkir, two planeswalkers walk into a battlefield of dragons, sharks, assassins and ninjas! How will they survive the onslaught? Casting other players' spells, probably.Cole and Quinn talk the rest of Tarkir: Dragonstorm, mention the various crimes committed against other players, obligatory Doctor Who, Fallout, and Bloodric mentions, and what's going on over on MTGO. Quinn wraps up with a soapbox about spell theft.As usual, you can find us at @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Most beats in our episodes are made by Empress Quinn! Go check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud.Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive...
2025-04-103h 17DC Action NewsApril 9, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of April 9, 2025.Comics Featured This Week:CREATURE COMMANDOS #6 GREEN LANTERN CORPS #3 BATMAN AND ROBIN #20 BATMAN: DARK PATTERNS #5 FIRE AND ICE: WHEN HELL FREEZES OVER #1 AQUAMAN #4 ABSOLUTE BATMAN #7 DC VS. VAMPIRES: WORLD WAR V #8ACTION COMICS #1085 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Judge Anon. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of DC or Warner Bros. Discovery, nor shou...
2025-04-0910 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 384 - Keighleyme Pie, with Mike DruckerEmmy-nominated writer and comedian Mike Drucker joins Brandon and Esper in answering Alex Jaffe’s questions on the Nintendo S2iitch, the ultimate fan experience, and the impossibility of defending your Persona 5 romance choice. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Brandon Sheffield, Esper Quinn, and Mike Drucker. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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SHOW NOTES:
Judas Priest
Topic Lords
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Bill Nye Saves the World
Go...
2025-04-0758 minDC Action NewsApril 2, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of April 2, 2025.Comics Featured This Week:SECRET SIX #2 JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE ATOM PROJECT #4 TWO-FACE #5 BATGIRL #6 BIRDS OF PREY #20 POISON IVY #32 JSA #6 ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #1 ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #6 DC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. Additional voices by Judge Anon. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of DC or Warner Bros. Discovery, nor should they be read as confirmation or denial of future...
2025-04-0208 minDC Action NewsMarch 26, 2025Alex Jaffe reports bravely and boldly from the center of the multiverse on events for the week of March 26, 2025.Comics Featured This Week:WONDER WOMAN #19JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #5GREEN ARROW #22BATMAN #158GREEN LANTERN #21SUPERMAN #24POWER GIRL #19METAMORPHO: THE ELEMENT MAN #4BLACK CANARY: BEST OF THE BEST #5THE FLASH #19HARLEY QUINN #49HARLEY QUINN FARTACULAR: SILENT BUTT DEADLYDC Action News was created by Alex Jaffe, and is produced by Alex Jaffe and Esper Quinn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of DC or Warner Bros. Discovery, nor...
2025-03-2608 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowMcEDH and Smoking Mids (ft The Benwa) - HBVC Ep 35Time to unlock the Smoking Mids dimension for new episodic segments! DOMAIN EXPANSION: SMOKING MIDS.Cole and Quinn yap about Esper Equipment decks, Esper Venturing Into Dungeon decks and their many many many game actions (please stop), written articles, shouting out friends and a super budget Simic deck? Crazy stuff. Thanks to TheBenwa for participating and helping make Smoking Mids, gonna give thi s a go for a few episodes and see what y'all think!As usual, you can find us at@thebloodricguy.bsky.social,@girldickenergy.bsky.social, and@hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud.
2025-03-131h 51
52 PickupWeek 31 - Human ResourcesOy oy, wots all this then?! All-Star Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Alex Jaffe flay the skin from issue 31 of 52, exploring Green Lantern cop discourse, DC reinventing the industry to screw Alan Moore, and why Jimmy Olsen is black now.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (06:26)
Let’s Talk About 52 #31 (10:39)
The Backup (40:55)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (50:35)
The Blackboard (53:05)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (55:38)
How DC Screwed Over Alan Moore (01:01:15)
Your Reviews of 52 Pickup (01:09:02)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
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2025-01-291h 10
52 PickupWeek 30 - Dark Knight Down, with Ash ParrishAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe team up with the Astonishing Ash Parrish to strike again at 52 #30, including the return of DC’s Most Toxic Yuri Couple, deciding the most fuckable Batman, and the true reason for the Dark Knight’s cape.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk About The Cover (12:11)
Let’s Talk About Grant Morrison’s Take on Batman and A Little of 52 #30 (12:47)
Let’s Talk Talent (20:22)
Let’s Continue Talking About 52 #30, and Marvel Movies (20:39)
The Backup (01:03:55)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (01:06:30)
The Blackboard (01:10:43)
A SMALL SELECTION OF...
2025-01-151h 24
52 PickupWeek 29 - Name CallingDick Death Determined via Dan DiDio! The Dynamic Duo of Podcasting Gita and Alex feast on issue 29, cooking up opinions on Grant Morrison’s writing of women, the importance of Thanksgiving tables in DC history, and some unsubtle jabs at the idea of IP rights by the authors of 52.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (08:45)
Let’s Talk About 52 #29 (11:48)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (32:53)
The Blackboard (36:50)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (45:49)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Countdown to Final Crisis
...
2025-01-0153 min
52 PickupWeek 28 - Beyond the Black Stump, with Ted BrandtA crocodile ate my parents! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe team up with Emerald Artist Ted Brandt of Connor Hawke’s DC Pride story, tackling Australia’s place in DC, why Etrigan can’t rap, and Jason Todd’s tragic origins.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Supernatural, Connor Hawke, and Rereading 52 (05:09)
Let’s Talk Talent (23:12)
Let’s Talk About 52 #28 (23:42)
The Backup (46:18)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (51:21)
The Blackboard (53:11)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:01:49)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Ru...
2024-12-181h 18
52 PickupWeek 27 - The Past Best HopeMerry Crispmus! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe find acceptance of the self in #27 of 52, as well as vengeance for Identity Crisis, good reasons to quit smoking, and why Dan DiDio may actually be Lex Luthor.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent, Industry Machinations, and Poaching Steve Wacker (02:58)
Let’s Talk About 52 #27 (14:16)
The Backup (41:50)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (47:53)
The Blackboard (52:46)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (57:05)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
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Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Absolute Wonder W...
2024-12-041h 09
52 PickupThe 52 Pickup Halfway There Extravaganza!Blessed Be the Hoochmaker! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe have reached the halfway point of 52, and take a moment to recap every major storyline in the series so far, as well as inventing new games to test each other based on both obscure trivia and romantic shipping possibilities. If you’d like to start listening, this is a great place to jump in!
SHOW NOTES:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Bon Jovi - Livin’ On A Prayer
Saturday Night (2024)
Jason Reitman
Juno (2005)
Diablo Cody
...
2024-11-201h 40
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowYear Two Begins...NOW! - HBVC Ep 27 ft Andy FlouryFrom the ashes of Guardian Project, Andy rises to the occasion to match our energy and bring his A-Game!Knocks it out of the park. Welcome to Year 2 of HBVC!Andy Floury of the Guardian Project Podcast joins Cole and Quinn this week, to help commemorate one year, and chat about Unfinity, our love-hate relationship with Secret Lairs, and tracking your games throughout the year. Hilarious and educational!Find Andy at @andyfloury.bsky.social, and the Guardian Project Podcast where podcasts are available (Linktree here!)As usual, you can find us...
2024-11-142h 43
52 PickupWeek 26 - Halfway HomeIt’s a two-turkey dinner! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe reach the halfway point of 52, where they encounter Crockamurderer, draft an all-new teen superhero team, and reveal whether or not drug-sniffing dogs react to vacuum-sealed smoked turkey legs.
Chapters:
Is it pronounced Raahs al Ghul, or Raysh al Ghul? (01:18)
Let’s Talk About The Cover, and hear some commentary from the creators of 52! (08:38)
Let’s Talk Talent (18:50)
Let’s Talk About 52 #26 (25:25)
The Backup (53:57)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (57:14)
The Blackboard (58:54)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (0...
2024-11-061h 19
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 362 - Official Mario Bong, with Mathew KumarGame designer and author Mathew Kumar joins a panel guest hosted by editor Esper Quinn to cover famous famiclones, the latest in Nintendo developments, and Tommy Tallarico’s unexpected ascent into backgammon legend. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Brandon Sheffield, and Mathew Kumar. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Discuss this episode in the Insert Credit Forums
SHOW NOTES:
Snake Eater (Live at Symphony Hall)
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
Sonic Mania
Sonic Mania OST - Studiopolis Act 2
Snow Surfers OS...
2024-11-041h 19
52 PickupWeek 25 - Liminal Times, with Josh RiveraHappy Halloween, Judeo-Christians! All-Star Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe team up with the Booty of Bludhaven Josh Rivera to descend into issue 25, revealing which wrestling PPV is the good one, which DC characters love musicals, and the origins of Nightwing’s hot butt.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk About the Cover and Talent (08:34)
Let’s Talk About 52 #25 (15:15)
The Backup (48:21)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (56:19)
The Blackboard (01:01:24)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (17:51)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Kei...
2024-10-231h 30
52 PickupWeek 24 - Just Imagine, with Jordan MorrisSend a plot and three pages of dialogue right away! Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe team up with Eisner-nominated writer and podcaster Jordan Morris for issue 24, featuring the debut of E. S. Pete, the death of a character introduced last issue, and how Booster Gold caused Reaganomics.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (07:00)
Let’s Talk About 52 #24 (17:39)
The Backup (49:50)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (53:53)
The Blackboard (58:01)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:03:48)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Superm...
2024-10-091h 16
52 PickupWeek 23 - The Island of Professor MorrowLook out, my Cricketron’s gone berserk! Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe collapse onto the beaches of issue 23, detailing mysteries of the Religion of Crime, mad scientists on Hookers & Blow Island, and what Grant Morrison thinks about Ayn Rand.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:21)
Let’s Talk About 52 #23 (07:31)
The Backup (29:59)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (33:50)
The Blackboard (39:01)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (44:46)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Drew Johnson
Ray Snyder
Wonder Woman (1986 series)
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong...
2024-09-2556 min
52 PickupWeek 22 - Burial Groundou’re ownin’ for a zonin’! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe smother issue 22, and in the process explain convoluted celebrity antics, examine the history of Native Americans in DC, and venture into The Nute Gunray Hole.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (03:16)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (07:09)
Let’s Talk About 52 #22 (10:29)
The Backup (52:52)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (56:04)
The Blackboard (58:06)
The Nute Gunray Hole at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:09:14)
A Brief Post-Script (01:27:13)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keit...
2024-09-111h 27
52 PickupWeek 21 - Teambuilding ExercisesAh, Shuddup! Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe kick the twenty-first issue of 52 down a flight of stairs, and in the process discuss Jaffe’s incredible American Idol experience, Power Boy’s deficit of chest exposure, and the death of Manchester Alabama’s second fastest speed-based superhero.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (04:44)
Let’s Talk About 52 #21 (10:43)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (41:53)
The Blackboard (44:58)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (54:40)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Dan DiDio
Teen Titans (team)
Teen Titans (Geof...
2024-08-2859 min
52 PickupWeek 20 - God Is FraggedI Died And Was Reincarnated As The World’s Greatest Monster! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe breeze through the Morrison-heavy and story-light issue twenty of 52, making space for Tim King’s public apology for being a CIA asset, Steel’s exposed penis, Superboy Prime as isekai, and Jaffe’s biggest DC blind spot.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (05:14)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (09:19)
Let’s Talk About 52 #20 (10:53)
The Backup (28:09)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (32:49)
The Blackboard (33:33)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (43:19)
A SMALL SELECTION...
2024-08-1350 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio Show#Gruul'sTheFuture - HBVC Ep 20Hey you! Long time no see, lemme give you a hug!....oops, sorry about the crushed bones, I just got really excited.Adventures await our hosts this episode! A Zelda game where you play as Zelda. Fallout crosses over with Doctor Who in a mod. Cole loses a game to his own hubris....except? Quinn falls head over heels into the loving arms of a giant swole badger. Usual stuff.As usual, you can find us at @TheBloodricGuy, @GirlDickEnergy, and @HBVC_MTG on Twitter, @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud. Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch! If you wanna get in on the action with Cole and Empress Quinn, come join the MTG Lex...
2024-08-092h 14
52 PickupWeek 19 - History RepeatsHe knows! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe fly into issue nineteen, taking on Space Pope Lobo, which members of the DC universe are Charli girls vs. Taylor girls, and the most shocking twist of the series so far.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (09:12)
Let’s Talk About 52 #19 (12:17)
The Backup (38:40)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (44:11)
The Blackboard (45:26)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (52:20)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Toxoplasmosis
Ophiocordyceps unilateralis
The Snowman...
2024-07-311h 00
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowCan't Have S#1t Around Here - HBVC Ep 19Two stalkers in the night meet in single combat. A single wrong move could end their life. They prepare to strike....oh, wait, Ward: Sacrifice a Creature. Dang it.From a shoutout on Reddit to the battlefield between Assassin decks, there's quite a journey this episode. Bloomburrow is around the corner, new podcasts to recommend, a cheeky Boros card causes psychic (and lethal) damage, and a heaping of salt on top of it all!As usual, you can find us at @TheBloodricGuy, @GirlDickEnergy, and @HBVC_MTG on Twitter, @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud. Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch! If you wanna get in on the action with Cole and Empress Quin...
2024-07-262h 04
52 PickupSubscriber Feed Preview Clip: The Flash (2023) ReviewHere’s a preview for the subscriber only bonus feed episode featuring a review of The Flash (2023), the capstone film in the grand Snyderverse experiment. Hear all about the many writers and directors who passed through this film’s history, Ezra Miller’s strange crime rampage, and what the future holds for DC movies in the full episode. Check it out by subscribing to Aftermath today!
2024-07-2401 min
52 PickupWeek 18 - Dismantled, with QuestionpostingEmancipate the JLA! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe cross over with Questionposting to tackle issue 18, featuring BREAKING NEWS REGARDING DC CANON and the existence of Tracy Thirteen, Dr. Doom arguing with a drunk person, microdosing Fear Toxin, and the secret unpublished origins of Honest Abe, the Super-Hero Protector of Cincinnati.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent, Helmets and what the hell Shadowpact is doing here with Questionposting (04:50)
Let’s Talk About 52 #18 (09:16)
The Backup (53:17)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (59:37)
The Blackboard (01:04:32)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01...
2024-07-171h 18
52 PickupWeek 17 - Last of the CzarniansOnly thirty-five more ta go! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe blast off into issue seventeen of 52, where they witness The Time Hands, weird editorial grudges that end up on the page, and Starfire as Leia Thee Stallion.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:25)
Let’s Talk About the Cover, and Lobo (03:06)
Let’s Talk About 52 #17 (09:57)
The Backup (36:09)
The Blackboard (39:19)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (41:09)
Asking/Answering The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (46:16)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
...
2024-07-031h 01
52 PickupSubscriber Feed Preview Clip: An Interview with Mark WaidHere’s a preview for the subscriber only bonus feed episode featuring an interview with legendary co-writer of 52 and countless other formative comic book classics, Mark Waid. While this preview focuses on a few controversial Superman questions, the full episode goes in-depth on writing for huge company-wide events, what the Speed Force actually is, and so much more. Check it out by subscribing to Aftermath today!
2024-06-2604 min
52 PickupWeek 16 - Uhebbuki, with Charles Pulliam MooreO zephyr winds which blow on high, lift me now so I can fly! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe team up with the Uncanny Charles Pulliam-Moore for the Two-Hour Wedding Album that is issue sixteen of DC’s 52. Hear whether Captain Marvel is an adult man or three kids in a trench coat, the wedding traditions of the Shazamish faith, and the debut of Cardi Bane.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent, Covers and Pokemon with Charles Pulliam-Moore (03:15)
Let’s Talk About 52 #16 (23:49)
The Backup (01:17:20)
What’s your favorite part of the iss...
2024-06-192h 07
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 343 - The Invention of Teabagging, with Esper QuinnEditor Esper Quinn hosts the best panel in video games looking at the legacy of Halo, reactions to Summer Game Fest, and the origins of rude crouching. Hosted by Esper Quinn, with Frank Cifaldi, Tim Rogers, and Brandon Sheffield. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
Questions this week:
Let’s talk about Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Showcase (06:50)
What’s your personal experience with the Halo franchise, and how has it impacted video games? (18:48)
What game, ultimately, was the Halo Killer? (23:28)
Insert Credit Quick Break: The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center’s produc...
2024-06-171h 03
52 PickupWeek 15 - Outshined, with Alex SinclairYour Donations Keep Lexapedia Running! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe are joined by the legendary lead colorist of 52 Alex Sinclair. The towering trio takes on #15 (the Frank Grimes issue), Jason Todd’s death poll, and an unused yet fully illustrated and colored cover for 52.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent, Covers and Coloring with Alex Sinclair (03:15)
Let’s Talk About 52 #15 (24:15)
The Backup (42:23)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (47:12)
The Blackboard (49:35)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (57:44)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morr...
2024-06-051h 08
52 PickupWeek 14 - Sand and Rust, with Reid VanierDid you know mercury is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature?! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe team up with Doctor DC himself Reid Vanier to wear jeans while building robots, ponder articulated cheeks, and determine which triple-A studio should be making a Vic and Renee video game.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (08:57)
Let’s Talk About 52 #14 (12:46)
The Backup (50:18)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (56:04)
The Blackboard (58:03)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:06:47)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
...
2024-05-221h 13
52 PickupWeek 13 - Haystack, with Tim MarchmanThis is what happens when they let me into a church! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe are joined by Substitute Legionnaire Tim Marchman to sift through Ralph Dibny’s descent into sadness, the X-Men for virgins, Gen-X leftists, and Saltburn Funko Pops.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (06:30)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (10:26)
Let’s Talk About 52 #13 (14:12)
The Backup (54:16)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (01:03:43)
The Blackboard (01:06:33)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:15:27)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
...
2024-05-081h 24
52 PickupWeek 12 - Mightyttttttttt! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe consider issue number twelve of 52, and in the process share the best way to start reading comics, the best ideas for reintroducing Isis (the character! the character!) to comics, and the exact moment The Rock decided to change the hierarchy of power in the DC universe.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent, and How to Start Reading Comics (03:02)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (05:27)
Let’s Talk About 52 #12 (07:04)
The Backup (37:12)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (47:15)
The Blackboard (48:02)
Asking The Questions at 52mailb...
2024-04-241h 04
52 PickupWeek 11 - Batwoman Begins, with Jadzia AxelrodMan down in Wife City! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe are joined by The Prettiest Star Jadzia Axelrod as they dive into the romantic history of Kate Kane and Renee Montoya, make unintentional Andrew Hussie references, and figure out what to do with Donna Troy.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (11:24)
Let’s Talk About 52 #11 (12:37)
The Backup (55:44)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (01:06:38)
The Blackboard (01:07:23)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:15:10)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
K...
2024-04-101h 28
52 PickupWeek 10 - Stop The PressLive, laugh, love! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe jump out of a window into 52’s tenth issue, where they find out what the Middle East is even like in the DC universe, spend Tuesdays with Morrow, and take a quick quiz on super-vegetarians.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:29)
Let’s Talk About the Cover (03:41)
Let’s Talk About 52 #10 (04:41)
The Backup (43:56)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (55:14)
The Blackboard (55:59)
Asking/Answering The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:02:57)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morris...
2024-03-271h 15
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowPut That Deck Back In Quarantine - HBVC Ep 10Time to brush off the dust and bust out that deck!...but then, the deck does the thing too well, and you just gotta put it back into time out. Cookin' too hard.This episode is filled to the brim with community participation, Universes Beyond, obligatory Doctor Who shout outs, sleep-deprived deck reviews, appreciation for Battle for Baldur's Gate, and "what was he cookin?". You know, the usual.As usual, you can find us at @TheBloodricGuy, @GirlDickEnergy, and @HBVC_MTG on Twitter, @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud. Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch! If you wanna get in on the action with Cole and Empress Quinn, come join the MTG Lexicon Discord, were there's a dedicated HBVC channel! Conten...
2024-03-221h 13
52 PickupWeek 9 - Dream of AmericaAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe head off in pursuit of 52 issue #9, dealing with psychosexual eugenics factories, the LGBTQ+ nightlife scene in Gotham, and Big Mad Meltzer.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (03:32)
Let’s Talk About the Cover (07:14)
Let’s Talk About 52 #9 (11:24)
The Backup (41:22)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (49:47)
The Blackboard (51:41)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:02:46)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Blastoise
Scoliosis
Shawn Moll
Team Zero
She-Hulk
NO SIGNAL
Tom Nguyen
M...
2024-03-131h 16
52 PickupWeek 8 - Thief, with Dalton Deschain and Dylan RothAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe are joined by Dalton Deschain and Dylan Roth of Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe, covering issue eight of 52. Infectious serums are distributed, welding is performed in anger, Haunted Tankie is conceptualized, and Dumb Bitch Juice is drank in copious amounts.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk About The 2011 Green Lantern Film Starring Ryan Reynolds (06:45)
Let’s Talk About The Guest’s Comic Book Backgrounds (14:42)
Let’s Talk About 52 #8 (23:37)
The Backup (01:15:52)
The Blackboard (01:23:37)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (01:34:43)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag...
2024-02-281h 54
52 PickupWeek 7 - Going DownBetrayal! Public shaming! Pop-punk and toxic lesbians! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe infiltrate issue seven of 52, the most important comic book of the century and the best series you’ve never heard of. Use offer code SCOOTS for 20% off!
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (03:51)
Let’s Talk About the Cover (07:36)
Let’s Talk About 52 #7 (08:51)
The Backup (47:11)
What’s your favorite part of the issue? (54:01)
The Blackboard (57:38)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:06:10)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith...
2024-02-141h 13
Screaming in the CloudUnderstanding the Future of Cloud Technology with Anthony EsperFrom a systems admin to a cloud computing pioneer, Anthony Esper illustrates the dynamic landscape of cloud technology and its impact on businesses in this episode of Screaming in the Cloud. Using his vast experience and extensive expertise, Anthony shares his insights on developing the Golden VPC module, the intricacies of cloud consulting across various industries, and the pivotal role of strategic planning in cloud adoption. Tune in for practical advice and expert insights!About AnthonyAnthony Esper is a seasoned Chief Technology Officer with over two decades in technology consulting. His pioneering...
2024-02-1330 min
52 PickupWeek 6 - China Syndrome, with Brian CroninAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe are joined by Star-Spangled CBR Senior Writer Brian Cronin in discussing issue 6 of DC’s 52, covering the rich legacy of Manthrax, villainous improv groups, the secret sauce that made 52, and how God works in the DC universe.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (07:31)
Let’s Talk About the Cover (08:46)
Let’s Talk About 52 #6 (10:57)
Do you remember any theories about 52 as it was releasing? (01:12:23)
The Backup (01:16:12)
What’s your favorite part of this issue? (01:23:24)
The Blackboard (01:27:39)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:37:17)
A SMALL SELECT...
2024-01-311h 52
52 PickupWeek 5 - Stars In Their CoursesAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe analyze the fifth issue of 52, and discover a multiversal Scotland where everyone is like Grant Morrison, the Dark Souls of comics, and giant penny stolen valor.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:12)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (18:14)
Let’s Talk About 52 #5 (19:31)
The Backup (50:27)
The Blackboard (01:03:56)
Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:15:53)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Superman
Batman
Wonder Woman
Green Lantern
Infinite Crisis
Heavy Metal
2000 AD
Zenith
Karen Berger
...
2024-01-171h 24
52 PickupWeek 4 - Dances With MonstersAll-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe investigate the fourth issue of 52, and cover neoliberal black capitalism, Superboy’s greaser rival, and the prevalence of cults in comics.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:40)
Let’s Talk About The Cover (03:49)
Let’s Talk About 52 #4
The Backup (45:10)
The Blackboard (56:30)
Asking The Questions (01:10:47)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Keith Giffen
Santana - Smooth ft. Rob Thomas
Spider-Man (2002)
Superman Returns (2006)
X-Men: The Last Stand (2006)
My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006)
300 (2006)
Zack Snyder
Jack Jadson
Joe Bennett
Ruy José
...
2024-01-031h 18
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowIt's A Merry Cluemas! - HBVC Ep 4Santa's in town, and he brings gifts of Food, Treasure, and Clues! (and Blood, and Powerstones, and Junk, and Scrap...)Cole and Quinn are here with an episode to wrap up 2023, discuss games and gifts given from friends gathering. They talk Clue tokens, going through bulk, and partner commanders! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Happy Holidays!As usual, you can find us at @TheBloodricGuy, @GirlDickEnergy, and @HBVC_MTG on Twitter, @thebloodricguy.bsky.social, @girldickenergy.bsky.social, and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.social on Bluesky!Check out Empress Quinn's music on Soundcloud. Please check us out hosting MTG Lexicon, the Dive Bar of EDH over on Twitch! If you wanna get in on the action with Cole and Empress Quinn, come join the MTG Lexicon Discord, were there's a dedicated HBVC channel! Decks discussed this episode:Jeskai war DoctorI need it all to myself (Esper Minigames)A Doctor-Lite EpisodeYasova, Sac
2024-01-011h 27
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowNasty Treasure Goblins - HBVC Ep 3We'll let you know what we think of you making X treasures for 1R.Cole and Quinn are here to talk shop, check some vibes and go over their games. They also talk in length about their favourite cards for 2023!Socials:Cole - @TheBloodricGuy and @thebloodricguy.bsky.socialQuinn - @GirlDickEnergy and @girldickenergy.bsky.socialHero's Blade Vibe Check - @HBVC_MTG and @hbvc-mtg.bsky.socialIf you wanna get in on the action with Cole and Empress Quinn, come join the MTG Lexicon Discord, were there's a dedicated HBVC...
2023-12-231h 33
52 PickupWeek 3 - New World OrderAll-Star Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe dissect issue #3 of 52, covering Jaffe’s favorite villain, the Creeper-Freakazoid connection, and why characters have to die.
Chapters:
Let’s Talk About The Cover (09:14)
Let’s Talk Talent (11:47)
Let’s Talk 52 #3 (13:43)
The Backup (52:10)
Favorite Scenes (58:26)
The Blackboard (and Celebrity Gossip Corner) (01:05:33)
Asking The Questions (01:26:32)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner
Lost
Mike’s Mic
Vic Sage
Uatu
The Venture Bros.
The Sandman
Elongated Man
The Sopranos
Star Trek: Deep S...
2023-12-201h 36
52 PickupPicking Up with Geoff JohnsIntrepid reporter Alex Jaffe comes to you straight from New York Comic Con 2023, interviewing comics legend and member of the 52 writers room Geoff Johns. Get answers on how multiverse storytelling has evolved since 52 brought it to public consciousness, the unexpected arcs of Black Adam and Booster Gold, as well as info on the next great comic book writers room, Ghost Machine (final order cutoff for #1 is December 18th!)
Chapters:
Tell us a little bit about Ghost Machine (00:43)
How the hell did you put out a weekly comic for a year without missing a week? (02:31)
Let’s ta...
2023-12-1326 min
52 PickupWeek 2 - Looking Back At TomorrowAll-Star Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe dive into the second issue of 52, covering Grant Morrison’s thoughts on Alan Moore, the super for Symbolman, and the origins of the phrase “curses, foiled again!”
Chapters:
Let’s Talk Talent (02:32)
Let’s Talk About 52 #2 (05:27)
The Blackboard (48:17)
Let’s Talk About The Backup (59:15)
Ask The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:12:35)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Giant Penny
Elongated Man
Renee Montoya
Question
Doctor Sivana
Wonder Girl
Joe Bennett
Jack Jadson
Travis Lanham
Nick J. Napoli...
2023-12-061h 25
52 PickupWeek 1 - Golden Lads and Lasses MustAll-Star Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe dive into everything you need to know to start reading 52, as well as grants for Evil STEM education, and million dollar fanfiction ideas.
Chapters:
Let’s talk a little bit about Crisis on Infinite Earths, everything that happens before 52, and gorillas. (07:33)
Let’s Talk Talent (25:49)
Let’s Talk About 52 #1 (36:23)
The Blackboard (01:17:36)
Character/Plot Beat of the Issue (01:24:48)
Ask The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:27:25)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
52
Geoff Johns
Grant Morrison
Greg Rucka
Mark Waid
Mister Mxyzptlk
All-Star Superman
Superman...
2023-11-221h 3652 PickupWeek 0 - Forgot About LaneComics Journalist Gita Jackson and DC Lore Expert Alex Jaffe set the stage for full analysis of 52, the most important comic book of the century and the best series you’ve never heard of.
Chapters:
How did Gita and Alex get into comics? (09:48)
What is 52? (22:33)
Which characters are in 52? (48:33)
The Blackboard (01:27:55)
Favorite Characters (01:33:15)
The Mailbag (01:38:25)
Sign-Off (01:47:07)
A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED:
Black Adam
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest
52
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
When Joss Whedon Was Our Master
Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man
Kite Man
Egghead
Stan Lee
Dan DiDio
Captain Marvel
Doctor Sivana
Batm...
2023-11-081h 50
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 284 - Let Me Be Frank, with Simone de RochefortWhat starts as a lively episode with Polygon editor and podcaster Simone de Rochefort becomes something far more interesting when one panelist’s audio goes missing. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Tim Rogers, Brandon Sheffield, and Simone de Rochefort. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
Questions this week:
From Frank Cifaldi: What is the Criterion Channel of video games? (10:48)
Sega just bought Rovio. Why? (25:29)
Simone, please convince the panel board games are good. (32:26)
What’s the deal with those TikTok videos that all have Minecraft or Subway Surfer footage playing at the...
2023-04-261h 36The Insert Credit ShowEp. 267 - Asynchronicity 2: Holiday SpectacularA grand cast of holiday favorites are subjected to a gauntlet of questions. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Brandon Sheffield, Ash Parrish, Patrick Miller, Topher Florence, Esper Quinn, Andrés Velasco y Coll, Azurelore Korrigan, Liz Ryerson, K Thor Jensen and Fūnk-é Joseph. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
Questions this week:
What are the worst trends, currently or historically, in video game character design? (w/Ash Parrish) (06:38)
Design a unique custom rule set for a fighting game tournament. (w/Patrick Miller) (11:33)
Which three video game characters would you ask to...
2022-12-271h 03The Insert Credit ShowEp. 264 - Doki Doki Paisano, with Ash ParrishVideo Game Reporter Ash Parrish joins the panel to cover unfinished games, Mario’s origins, and the friendship-building return of Violence Island. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Brandon Sheffield, and Ash Parrish. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
Questions this week:
Is Mario Italian? (04:22)
From Esper Quinn: If a game offers you a starting class of Warrior, Wizard, Rogue or Cleric, which do you choose and why? (09:30)
With Sonic Frontiers and the new Pokemon games we must ask, what does it mean for a game to be finished? (13:15)
Do you have an...
2022-12-051h 06The Insert Credit ShowEp. 263 - Extractula the Dracula, with Esper QuinnEditor Esper Quinn joins the table to give thanks for a feast of listener submitted questions. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Tim Rogers, Brandon Sheffield, and Esper Quinn. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
Questions this week:
Max asks: What is the most fun or interesting scoring mechanic in a shooting game? (10:59)
Malcove asks: How would you reintroduce vampires to modern video games? (14:44)
A Most Handsome Boy asks: Thoughts on a good steam? (16:56)
ColdPie asks: what type of tourism opportunities would you take advantage of if you were visiting the Republic...
2022-11-281h 40The Insert Credit ShowEp. 232 - The Insert Credit 232nd Episode SpectacularAfter defeat at the hands of scheduling conflicts, Esper steps in to deliver a few of the best Insert Credit Show moments since October 2020.
Edited by Esper Quinn. Original Music by Kurt Feldman.
2022-04-181h 02
Topic Lords123. Go Up, You Bald Head!Support Topic Lords on Patreon and get episodes a week early!
Lords:
Hallie
https://twitter.com/Hallie_9000/
https://twitter.com/watchyourrass
https://twitter.com/HouseRulesCast
Chris
Topics:
Playing card finishes
Esper Quinn adds: "As a decades long Magic: the Gathering player, card condition, handling and protection is something I've actually spent a lot of time thinking about. There's a guy on YouTube whose whole claim to fame is that every couple months he reviews every new sleeve (both inner and outer, for double sleeving), deck protector, carrying case, binder, etc. for card protection. Magic...
2022-02-281h 03Topic Lords122. If You're Cold, Your Oatmeal Is ColdSupport Topic Lords on Patreon and get episodes a week early!
Lords:
Maxx
https://mechcem.itch.io/
https://www.instagram.com/maxxyamasaki/
Ananda
https://www.instagram.com/a__gabo/
Topics:
Rare videos of European Hamsters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cf06WJQ4FnE
Would you rather eat: the last dragon or a human being?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hufu
What happened in the editor culture that made medical and mathematical Wikipedia absolutely useless for lay readers, and is there anything we can do to fix it?
All Watched Over By Machines Of...
2022-02-2158 min
Android Bytes (powered by Esper)How Android "listens" to you with ultra low power sensors (w/ Kieron Quinn)Sign up for the 451 Research and Esper webinar: https://www.esper.io/webinar/digital-transformation-for-dedicated-devicesEver wondered how Android can just listen and identify a song at any time? Or how your phone can tell you've been in a car crash? Using an obscure Android resource that interacts with ultra low power sensors, Google has created powerful always-on integrations. But why aren't other Android devices taking advantage of this?Android Bytes is hosted by Mishaal Rahman, Senior Technical Editor, and David Ruddock, Editor in Chief, of Esper.Mishaal's TwitterDavid's TwitterFor more about...
2022-02-1044 min
The Hero's Blade Vibe Check Radio ShowGlacian, Powerstone Engineer (and Ravos), Building With Intent, and Combat - Uncommon Commander Ep 32 ft Empress QuinnSo if Toggo and Glacian had to use the objects in their hands to kill each other, who would win? My bet's on the human with the big butt.
Your Fae Empress Quinn joins the cast to chat about faer* sweet battlecruiser-and-combo Esper list focused on digging through your library with Glacian and reanimating bomb artifact creatures to play. We then go into conscious decision making of building a deck for your enjoyment and others at the table, taking into consideration of what could be optimal, sub-optimal and just fun to play against. It's not easy, but...
2022-01-211h 05Topic Lords100. Cold Brew HamSupport Topic Lords on Patreon and get episodes a week early!
Lords:
Jenni
https://twitter.com/horsewizrd/
Chris
Topics:
Lord Chumley
Topic Lords editor Esper Quinn weighs in on Transformer lore: "The second ever podcast I really worked on was called Sound.wav, a read-along Transformers comics podcast. I knew nothing about Transformers, and my friend Nell knew everything about them. We stuck to the IDW canon, but my understanding is, Transformers show up as naturally occurring "sparks" (a sort of semi-magical soul-piece) on the surface of the planet Cybertron, which if left to...
2021-09-2059 min
Beacon of CreationDesign Rush Ep. III w/ Natalie & EsperIt's the third chapter in the fast-paced, head-to-head Magic card design showdown, Design Rush! With contestants Natalie Libre & Esper Quinn! Follow Natalie on Twitter: @bigstuffedcat Follow Esper on Twitter: @EsperControl Follow @magicdesigncast and @createcastmire accounts and join us at https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh
2021-03-1019 min
Timm Talk157. Static Shock - Out of Africa / Fallen Hero“In brightest day, in blackest night, no evil shall escape my sight.”This week, we’re talking Static Shock Season 4, Episodes 3 and 4: Out fo Africa and Fallen HeroFeaturing: Anansi visits Dakota to save his own powers and Green Lantern goes on a crime spree that shakes Virgil’s faith in his hero.Plus: The Comic Con At Home schedule is out and it’s pretty lacklusterStatic Shock on DC Universe: https://www.dcuniverse.com/videos/static-shock/40/season-40:00 Intro / News28:12 Out of Afr...
2020-07-141h 16