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I Read Comic BooksNick's Magical CrimesMike, Nick, and Danny were LIVE on Twitch! Mike shows off his new tattoo, we threaten to change the podcast, and Nick accuses Mike of being a Star Trek superfan.Note: There were some MINOR audio glitches with Nick's audio this week. Apologies!Check out Zona del Male: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dgw-zonadelmale1/zona-del-male-a-folk-horror-anthologyTHE IRCB ZINE "TOTALLY NOT A CULT" IS FUNDED! Get a copy before the Kickstarter ends: https://ircb.fyi/zineTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:02:51 - SENTINELS #1-500:13:03 - Dust to Dust #1-300:24:46...2025-03-1252 min
I Read Comic BooksIf You’re Not Familiar With Monkey Meat (ft. Nick Goode)Mike and Zach are joined by special guest Nick Goode to talk comics and Nick's Kickstarter: Sussex. Plus: THE IRCB KICKSTARTER IS LIVE!!!Check out Sussex on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nickgoode/sussex-chapters-one-and-twoFollow Nick online:https://www.instagram.com/goodie182/https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/goodie182.bsky.socialTHE IRCB KICKSTARTER IS LIVE: https://ircb.fyi/zineTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:04:49 - She’s Running On Fumes Vol. 100:13:29 - Absolute Wonder Woman #4-500:22:06 - Bring Me The Head of Susan Lomond00:26:44 - Discord Picks00:27:47...2025-03-051h 05
I Read Comic BooksYou Can Only Edge Mike So LongMike, Nick, and Brian delve into comics they've been reading, including Life Is Strange: Forget-Me-Not #2, What If…? Aliens #1, and The Displaced #1!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:04 - Life is Strange: Forget-Me-Not #200:09:20 - What If…? Aliens #1 (of 4)00:15:16 - Aliens (1986) Spoilers Starts Now00:16:58 - Aliens (1986) spoilers end, What If…? Aliens #1 (of 4) comic discussion begins00:26:10 - The Displaced #100:35:32 - Discord Picks00:36:24 - Alien: Black, White, and Blood #300:47:02 - Mountain00:54:00 - Darth Vader: Black, White, and Red00:58:02 - WrapMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo b...2024-04-0359 min
I Read Comic BooksMike Watched Saltburn. He’s Cultured.This week, Mike and Paul chat comics and more with our good pal Zach on our first ever PANELIST episode all about the folks who make up IRCB!Check out Zach's podcast The Comics That We Love: https://kite.link/the-comics-that-we-loveTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:13 - Essential Rogue Trooper Vol. 1: Genetic Infantryman00:07:30 - World War: Hulk #1-500:13:29 - Universal Monsters: Dracula #400:21:19 - Transformers #400:26:32 - World Heist00:30:15 - Discord Picks00:30:55 - Spider-Man: Blue00:32:51 - Moon Man #100:37:06 - Batman: Off-World #300:40:41 - Meet the IRCB Panelists! ft. Zach01:06:34 - Wrap / CreditsMusic provided...2024-01-311h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 397 | Non-Fiction Means It “Really Happened”Mike, Kate, and Nick talk their favorite comics they read in 2023 in our final "live" episode of the year! Plus, Nick defends indie comic creators, Mike gets Hellraiser vibes from a Kickstarter comic, and Kate reads spooky comics during a winter storm.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:02:25 - Our Bones Dust #100:10:40 - Gideon Falls Vol. 1: The Black Barn00:16:17 - Try Not To Die #100:20:36 - Giant Robot Hellboy #200:25:04 - I Am Stan: A Graphic Biography of the Legendary Stan Lee00:34:35 - Discord Picks00:35:03 - British Ice00:37:33 - Walt Disney's Donald Duck "A Christmas For Shacktown...2023-12-201h 27
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 394 | We’ve Posted On Socials, Please Respond (ft. Bijhan Agha)Mike and Kait are joined by special guest Bijhan Agha to talk comics and Bijhan's upcoming projects.Check out all of Bijhan's work:https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Blood-Golem-Time-Wars/dp/B0CHL3RVY7https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jamsheedstudios/time-wars-stellar-assaulthttps://www.patreon.com/JamsheedstudiosTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:58 - Kaya Vol. 200:07:45 - Marvel’s Muppet Babies Vol 100:14:35 - Monica00:21:41 - Weathering With You00:29:46 - Time Before Time #2900:36:29 - Justice League Omnibus Vol 100:43:12 - Discord Picks00:43:41 - The Holy Roller #100:45:14 - Witchlight00:47:56 - Jamsheed Studios Kickstarter!00:53:48 - Wrap / CreditsMusic provided by In...2023-11-2256 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 392 | If King Of The Hill Was An AnimeThis week, it's Mike, Nick and Brian talking comics and making bad Star Trek jokes. We're very sorry.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:40 - How to Grill Our Love Vol 100:11:33 - Swamp Thing: Green Hell00:18:12 - Karmen00:25:52 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures #1 (2022-2023)00:33:40 - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: The Illyrian Enigma00:39:09 - Rare Flavours #1-200:46:32 - Discord Picks00:47:35 - Old Boy Vol 100:52:30 - Monica00:54:24 - Petrol Head #101:05:34 - Wrap / CreditsMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo...2023-11-081h 09
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 391 | Scaring The Pants OUT Of MeMike, Zach, and Nick give one final hurrah to Halloween with a discussion of some of their favorite, actually scary comic books.Check out Zach's podcast, The Comics That We Love: https://kite.link/the-comics-that-we-loveTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:02 - Autumnal00:05:25 - Giant Robot Hellboy #1 (of 3)00:15:58 - Koguchi Magazine #100:22:21 - The Bone Orchard Mythos: Ten Thousand Black Feathers00:31:43 - The Fable Vol 100:36:18 - The Flash (2023-) #100:40:29 - Discord Picks00:41:06 - Okinawa00:42:32 - Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Vol. 100:44:33 - The Space Between #100:48:49 - Spooky Scary Comics01:15:24 - Wrap / CreditsMusic provided...2023-11-011h 18
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 385 | Divorced Dad Energy (ft. Brandon Ingram)Mike, Paul, and Nick are joined by Brandon Ingram to talk comics and Brandon's latest Kickstarter: The Gallows Man: Tales From Town's City!Check out the The Gallows Man: Tales From Town's City Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dismaycomics/tales-from-towns-city-1-golden-age-superhero-dark-comedyFollow Brandon:https://www.tiktok.com/@dismaycomicshttps://www.instagram.com/dismaycomics/?hl=enTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:02:03 - Box of Light Vol 100:04:31 - The Enfield Gang Massacre #200:09:02 - Rogues00:12:31 - Trinity: The Graphic History of the First Atomic Bomb00:15:20- Delicious In Dungeon Vol. 11-1200:19:08- Mech...2023-09-201h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 383 | Touched Grass This MonthMike, Nick, and Paloma dig on a commissioned episode asking the questions: Is there a formula to a successful comic book? Why do comics lend to constant retellings?Thank you to a good fan of the podcast for commissioning this episode on our Patreon! Check out the IRCB Secret Feed on Spotify to see what you might be missing out on!Mike and Zach will be at ZOLOCON on September 2nd! https://zolocon.com/Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:02:23 - The Enfield Gang Massacre #100:13:21 - Windbreaker Vol 100:19:36 - O...2023-08-301h 22
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 61 | Ice Cream Man Volume 8: Subjects & ObjectsMike and Nick are back with everyone's favorite deep-dive series: Ice Cream Man. This time, it's Volume 8: Subjects & Objects. Ice Cream Man written by W. Maxwell Prince, pencils & inks by Martin Morazzo, colors by Chris O'Halloran, letters by Good Ole Neon.Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELProducer: Mike RapinProoflistener: Nick WhiteEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better B...2023-07-121h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 374 | Zeppelin RedemptionMike challenged Kait and Nick to give him some of their strangest manga to read and they didn't disappoint.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:00:34 - Nick’s F1 Podcast00:03:38 - Mrs. Truesdale and the Fall of Hyperborea #100:09:59 - Attack on Titan Vol. 1-700:15:57 - Alien (2021-2022) #7-1200:21:02 - Faster00:28:12 - Goodbye, Eri00:32:53 - Aliens Annual #100:36:42 - Top of Our Pile00:36:42 - The Forge #300:38:38 - Even Dogs Go to Other Worlds: Life in Another World with My Beloved Hound Vol. 100:40:46 - Discord Picks00:41:15 - Fury #100:42:42 - Gimme your wildest manga!00:43:46 - Night of the Living Ca...2023-05-241h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 372 | Every Day is FCBD at the LibraryMike, Kait, and Paul were live on TWITCH this week! Not only did they talk comics but they went through their FCBD hauls!Make sure to follow us on Twitch to get notified when we're live next! https://twitch.tv/ircbpodcastTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:14 - A Ballad for Sophie00:07:13 - Batman #135 (#900)00:13:53 - Peacemaker Tries Hard #100:16:52 - X-Men: Before the Fall - Sons of X #100:20:13 - Grand Theft Horse00:26:11 - Pee Pee Poo Poo Comics #42000:29:42 - Starsigns #100:32:36 - Top of Our Pile00:32:44 - Factory Summers00:35:54 - The Sky Is Blue With...2023-05-101h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 369 | Doxxing Mike At The Trial of MagnetoMike, Paloma and Nick talk comics they've been reading and have a small discussion about on A Flag To Fly #1. Note: Nick's audio sounds a little robotic due to a recording issue -- we have not replaced him with an AI Bot!Check out the A Flag To Fly #1 Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aflag2fly/a-flag-to-fly-1Follow Chris Solis: https://www.instagram.com/CSolisComics/Timestamps00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:00:57 - Phantom Road #200:08:14 - Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou00:11:54 - Black Cloak #2-400:20:11 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: T...2023-04-1954 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 368 | Giant Robots: The Easiest SaleMike, Danny, and Paul are joined by comic creator, illustrator, and logo designer Kevin Maher to talk comics and Kevin's comic Toxic Man!BUY SOME MERCH: https://shop.ircbpodcast.comFollow Kevin Maher online:https://kevinmaherdesign.com/https://twitter.com/kmcomicsandtoysTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Last Week in Comics00:01:13 - Introducing Kevin Maher!00:02:19 - The Unstoppable Doom Patrol #100:08:21 - Star Wars: Hidden Empire #1-500:11:14 - He-Man and the Masters of the Multiverse00:13:59 - Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands00:18:17 - Clobberin' Time #100:22:35 - Planet of the Apes #100:26:28 - Disney Villains: Scar #100:29:49...2023-04-121h 17
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 367 | Mike Is On Thin IceMike, Tia, and Nick discuss comics, the future of Marvel comics, and... reality TV? What do you think of Disney enveloping more of Marvel comics? And what about MTV's NEXT?Buy a West Michigan Weather Watch shirt (and more): https://shop.ircbpodcast.comBuy a copy of Faster: https://bulgilhanpress.com/store/faster-jesse-lonergan-v2Buy a copy of SP4RX: https://wrenmcdonald.com/COMICS/SP4RX"Disney Lays Off Ike Perlmutter, Chairman of Marvel Entertainment" - New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/29/business/media/disney-marvel-ike-perlmutter.htmlTimestamps:00:00:00...2023-04-051h 18
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 363 | Real Life is the Greatest SpoilerThis week, Paul, Nick and Mike discuss Mavel's 'Nuff Said "event" from 2001/2002 and have a few complaints about Marvel Unlimited.Check out the OMVPodcast Series, StarWell FoundationComics we discussed from the Marvel 'Nuff Said "event" (SPOILERS)Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #39Punisher (Vol. 6) #7Thor (Vol. 2) #44Spider-Girl #41Elektra #6 (2001)Daredevil #28 (1998)Fantastic Four (vol 3) #50New X-Men #121Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:33 - Doctor Strange: Fall Sunrise #400:07:28 - The Phantom Road #100:16:30 - That Texas Blood Vol. 2-300:23:10 - Blue Book #100:28:13 - Ice Cream Man #3400:31:59 - Rogue & Gambit #100:34:54 - Colorless Vol. 100:38:52 - The Human Target #1200:41:01 - T...2023-03-081h 36
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 359 | These Legos Are 18+Mike is joined by Kate and Brian to talk... Lego. Yes. Specifically COMIC BOOK Lego. Hear about Kate's revamped addiction, Brian's lifelong love, and Mike's brick temptation... plus some bits about comics.Check out the Comics That We Love Podcast!Join the 2023 IRCB Goodreads Reading Challenge now!Note: Mike incorrectly credited Matt Hollingsworth as colorist on The Wicked + The Divine. The correct colorist is Matt Wilson IV. Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:44 - Feelings: A Story in Seasons00:05:59 - Spider-Gwen: Gwenverse00:12:22 - Where Monsters Lie #1 / Stillwater Vol. 200:23:18 - T...2023-02-081h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 358 | Where's My Comics, Nick? (ft. Ari Gross)Mike and Paul are joined by special guest, Ari Gross, to talk comics and their brand new Kickstarter: Awakening!Check out Ari's work at:Kickstarter for "Awakening"arigross.caThe Untold Legend of The Batman #1 audioCheck out the Comics That We Love Podcast!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Introducing Ari Gross00:04:22 - Madman: The Oddity Odyssey00:09:13 - The Night Eaters: Vol. 1 She Eats the Night00:14:26 - Spy Superb #100:18:26 - The Human Target #1100:23:43 - Jiangshi X00:28:37 - Top of Our Pile00:28:55 - Sins of Sinister #100:34:21 - Best of 2000 AD Vol 200:39:40 - Discord...2023-02-011h 13
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 357 | This One Weird Thing Happens When You Subscribe To The PatreonThis week, we celebrate EIGHT YEARS of I Read Comic Books.Mike is joined by Kait, Danny, and Paul to talk comics and reflect on the last year of I Read Comic Books and the future of the best comic book podcast for regular comic fans!This week's show was recorded and broadcast live on Twitch and YouTube. Follow / Subscribe to get notified of future live episodes we record!Get some of our new merch at shop.ircbpodcast.com and the first 60 people to use code IRCB2023 will get 30% off their order!2023-01-251h 24
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 356 | We Have Ghostbusters At HomeKait, Nick, and Mike discuss the 2022 Reading Challenge finishers pick for our Goodreads Book of the Month: Nuclear Winter Vol. 1 by Cab!Episode cover: Nuclear Winter Vol. 1 by CabTake the IRCB Listener survey here: bit.ly/ircb2023 - Closes on January 22nd @ 11:59pm EST!Check out the Santos Sisters: https://www.santossisters.com/Email the show with rec's for Mike and other commentary: ircbpodcast@gmail.comSubscribe to IRCB on YouTube or Twitch!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:53 - Spy Superb #100:12:10 - In...2023-01-181h 13
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 355 | THEY GO IN THE TRASH, DANNYMike, Paloma, and Danny discuss their 2023 comics New Year's resolutions: big comic reads, changing their comic habits, and... getting rid of comics??Episode cover: Lazarus Planet: Alpha #1 by David MarquezTake the IRCB Listener survey here: bit.ly/ircb2023Check out the Santos Sisters: https://www.santossisters.com/Goodreads Book of the Month Thread: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/22406371-january-2023-botm---nuclear-winter-vol-1Email the show with rec's for Mike and other commentary: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start / Announcements / Last Week In Comics00:04:07 - Wynd: Throne...2023-01-111h 04
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 56 | Ice Cream Man Vol. 7: Certain DescentsMike and Nick continue their Ice Cream Man saga with volume 7 of the series: Certain Descents.Ice Cream Man by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O'Hallaran, and Good Ol' Neon.Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELProducer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastEmail: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter...2022-11-301h 06
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 351 | Blanket Statements About The FrenchMike, Brian, and Nick discuss their picks for the 2022 IRCB Goodreads Challenge: Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow, The Way of the Househusband Vol. 1, and Aster of Pan.Check out the 2022 IRCB Goodreads Reading Challenge.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:23 - West Michigan Weather Watch00:02:09 - Star Wars: Hidden Empire #100:06:59 - Deadpool: Samurai Vol 200:12:06 - Hellraiser/A.X.E. Judgement Day #600:14:40 - Kroma #100:17:36 - Kaya #200:20:01 - Homesick Pilots #1-8 (aka 'Mike Was Right')00:23:49 - Barbaric Vol 2 #2-300:28:34 - Top of Our Pile00:28:55 - The Way of the Househusband Vol 200:29:46 - Alien #300:33:02 - Discord Listener Picks00:33:33...2022-11-231h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 349 | Adding to Your Pull List Just To Feel SomethingMike, Paloma, and Nick talk about the life of a Wednesday Warrior and the vibes of working at a comic shop (from Paloma's perspective) on the ever-wonderful New Comic Book Day.Check out Saga of Saga: Volume 10, the latest episode of our in depth Saga-discussion series, only on Patreon!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:00:46 - Hellboy in Love #100:06:43 - Dark Ride #100:09:59 - Mike's Shonen Jump/Hellraiser Corner00:12:11 - Chilling Adventures of Salem00:13:49 - Star Wars: Bounty Hunters Vol 100:16:55 - Wave, Listen to Me!00:23:08 - Blink #100:25:55 - Aquaman: Andromeda #300:26:54 - Forest Hills Bootleg...2022-11-091h 06
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 346 | A Birthday Gift On Mike's Birthday At His Birthday Party With A Birthday GiftMike, Danny, and Nick discuss three recent #1s and give their review: Kaya #1, Briar #1, and 007 #1.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:02:52 - Orphan and the Five Beasts00:08:45 - Two Moons #1-500:13:06 - Mike rants about the worst movie he's ever seen00:15:15 - X-Men #1500:19:09 - Batman Incorporated #100:24:43 - Lost Lad London Vol. 100:31:29 - Akira Vol. 300:35:51 - Top of Our Pile00:36:21 - Predator #300:39:46 - Justice League Incarnate00:42:26 - Listener Picks00:43:29 - Cryptid Club00:45:35 - New Number Ones!00:46:36 - Kaya #1 Intro00:48:52 - Briar #1 Intro00:50:00 - 007 #1 Intro00:51:35 - Kaya #1 Discussion01:00:43 - Briar #1 Discussion01:08:41 - 007 #1 Discussion01:16:41 - Wrap/Credits...2022-10-191h 20
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 345 | "Ribbit and Rip-It!"Mike, Paul, and Brian chat comics they've been reading, what's on the Top of Their Pile, and ALL of She-Hulk (so far). Spoilers ahead!Vote on the next IRCB Movie Club movie here!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:19 - Alien Vol 200:06:13 - The Best of 2000 AD Vol 100:16:44 - Human Target #700:21:54 - DC vs Vampires Vol 100:26:31 - Santos Sisters #200:27:50 - Ant Man #3-400:31:39 - Monotone Blue00:34:54 - Old Dog #100:38:20 - Top of Our Pile00:38:40 - Superman: Space Age #200:41:39 - A little aside about X-Statix00:43:24 - Dinosaur Sanctuary Vol 100:45:17 - Listener Picks00:45:58 - Star...2022-10-121h 07
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 342 | You Can't Be In Two Pits At OnceMike, Nick, and Paul talk comics they've read and the Top of Their Pile, the ONE PIECE, and the most hyped comic coming out this week: Vanish #1.Check out the latest shirt in our shop: https://shop.ircbpodcast.com/Check out THE ONE PIECETimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:02:03 - Batman #12700:06:54 - Bone Orchard: Ten Thousand Black Feathers #100:14:37 - Fire Punch Vol. 1-800:19:08 - Love Everlasting #1-200:23:38 - Alien #1 aka "A" (But Nick's just going to call it "Alien 2022")00:32:09 - Akira Vol. 1-200:37:20 - Clyde Fans00:42:36 - Predator #100:47:37 - X-Men #1400:50:50...2022-09-211h 13
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 338 | Tripping Hazards In HellThis episode was recorded on August 14th, 2022!Mike, Tia, and Brian talk comics they read and what's on the top of their pile, but also: issues with manga art, why Vault Comics still work as a publisher, and... buttholes?Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:38:41 - Top of the Pile00:53:40 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read:The Mortal Instruments: The Graphic Novel (Book 1)Deadpool Samurai Vol. 1007 (2022) #1Hellboy and the BPRD 1957: Falling SkyHow Do We Relationship? Vol. 4-6Keeping TwoTop of Our Pile:DCeased: War of the Undead Gods #1Below...2022-08-1756 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 324 | I'm Picking This Up Because I'm ShallowThis episode was recorded on April 3rd, 2022!Paul, Nick, and Mike have been commissioned by Patron Danny to discuss our comic book grievances and how we can fix them! Join the IRCB Patreon at the $10 tier to commission an episode of IRCB!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:33:04 - Top of the Pile00:42:55 - An Airing of Grievances01:20:46 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic Picks:World’s Finest #89Step By Bloody Step #1Maggie the MechanicA Righteous Thirst for Vengeance #6Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Annual (2022) #1Immortal X-Men #1The Rocketeer: The Gre...2022-04-061h 23
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 317 | The One Where Archie Kills JFKThis episode was recorded on February 12th, 2022!Mike, Nick, and Kara have been gathered together by Geoff for a Patreon commissioned episode all about supporting local comic shops, the dilemma of getting rid of comics, and so much more!Join our Patreon today at the $10 level to grab one of 10 spots to commission an episode of IRCB yourself! patreon.com/ircbpodcastTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:42:28 - Comic Picks00:52:15 - How to support local comic shops while reducing personal consumption01:33:03 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Top of Our Pile2022-02-161h 35
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 306 | Mad and Unprincipled (ft. interview with Todd Hunt for Darling #1-4)This episode was recorded on November 14th, 2021!Mike, Nick, and René try something experimental this week: only talking comics they read and the top of their pile. A little odd, a little fun, and kinda new. Let us know what you thought of this episode - ircbpodcast@gmail.com.PLUS Mike sat down with Todd Hunt, co-writer of Darling from Source Point Press, to talk the first 4 issues and what else is to come from the series!Timestamps00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:48:29 - Interview with Todd Hunt01:15:45 - Top of t...2021-11-171h 29
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 300 | A Community of FriendsThis episode was recorded on October 3rd, 2021!For our 300th episode, Mike, Paul, and Nick sat down to talk about, well, comic books. IRCB interviews IRCB this week and with our biggest Discord crowd yet, Mike dug into the future of IRCB!This was a HUGE episode.PLUS we announced some changes to our Patreon benefits including our 12-spot limited IRCB INNER CIRCLE where you can design an episode of IRCB!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:27:58 - Top of the Pile00:40:44 - IRCB Interviews IRCB!01:13:44 - IRCB Updates...2021-10-061h 50
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 290 | A Father’s Day Surprise: The Best Superhero Moms in ComicsThis episode was recorded on June 20th, 2021!Mike, Paul, and Nick discuss some of the best superhero (and non-superhero) moms in comics. Who's on your list?Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:27:02 - Comic Picks00:36:30 - Best/Worst Comic Book Moms01:06:55 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksThe Damned, Vol 1 “Three Days Dead”BRZRKR #3Alien #3-4Spirit World #1Sweet Tooth vol 1: Out of the Deep Woods & vol 2: In CaptivityDjeliyaInfinite Frontier #1Black Hammer Reborn #1Gamma Flight #1Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinE...2021-06-231h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 288 | The Class and the Curious: Academic ShiftThis episode was recorded on May 30th, 2021!This week, Paul, Nick, and Kait discuss comics that educate you; not just comics about a person, place, or thing, but are educational tools.Timestamps00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:26:03 - Comic Picks00:36:06 - Education and Comics01:08:42 - Final Thoughts00:15:37 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksSabrina by Nick DrnasoJustice League: Last Ride #1Bang!A Gift for a GhostHaha #5X-Ray Robot, vol 1Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales: Raid of No ReturnHollow Heart #4The Tea Dragon TapestryThe Visitor #5 Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find...2021-06-021h 17
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 285 | Welcome to Clickbait, An IRCB PodcastThis episode was recorded on May 9th, 2021!Mike, Nick and René fight it out trying to determine who is the best superhero dad. They really, really tried.Our next Discord hang out is May 22nd at 11am EST! Be there!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:24:33 - Comic Picks00:32:19 - Best Comic Dads? After Mother's Day?01:03:13 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksSleepless Volume 1Black Hammer Visions #3Spy X Family Chapter 45Moriarty the Patriot Volume 3Swamp Thing #1-3The Good Asian #1Spy X Family Chapter 46The House of L...2021-05-121h 05
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 273 | Mike’s going to watch ‘The Joker’ and it’s all your faultThis episode was recorded on February 14th, 2021!This week, Paul, Nick, and Mike each pick a newish #1 issue and give it a hearty review: Of Thieves and Elves Vol. 1 and Fear Case #1. Of course, someone broke the rules.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:24:48 - Comic Picks00:32:21 - Reviewing New #1s/Fear Case00:45:29 - Of Thieves and Elves Vol 101:03:27 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksHarley Quinn: Black + White + Red #7-14Redbone: The True Story of a Native American Rock BandCrimson Flower #1Savage #1That Texas Blood Volume OneHaha #2Scene of...2021-02-171h 05
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 268 | How do you choose the format to read your comics?This episode was recorded on January 10th, 2020!This week, Mike and Nick are joined by friend of the show and fellow podcaster, Danny Martinez, to discuss our comic collecting habits, how they've changed, and where we draw the line on digital vs physical vs subscription when choosing how to read comics.Don't forget to fill out the IRCB Annual Survey for a chance to win a $20 gift card to comiXology or Midtown Comics (your choice)!AND from now until January 24th, we want YOU to send in a voicemail to help us celebrate...2021-01-131h 28
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 266 | Love “Quadrangles”This episode was recorded on December 20th, 2020!Mike, Brian, and Nick discuss our Goodreads Book of the Month: Farmhand Vol. 1 by Rob Guillory, Taylor Wells, and Kody Chamberlain.AND from now until Jan 24th, we want YOU to send in a voicemail to help us celebrate our SIXTH IRCB Annual. Email us a voice message (ircbpodcast@gmail.com) or leave a voicemail: (616) 209-9152!! We’re giving away a T-Shirt, a Hat, and a Sweater! So make sure to call in!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:15:43 - IRCB Annual Announcement!00:17:15 - Co...2020-12-2355 min
I Read Comic BooksBonus Minisode | Religion and ComicsThis special episode of IRCB is brought to you by Simon Domoney-Lyttle, who was kind enough to donate in support of the protests calling for racial justice.Tia and Nick got together to discuss religion in comics, from WicDiv to Hellboy, why visual storytelling works so well for religious themes, Jack Kirby: actual god of comics, and their favorite religion-in-comics titles (spoiler alert, Nick couldn’t pick just one).Please consider donating to one of the many causes still in need right now.Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Pr...2020-11-2829 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 262 | Incredibly Smart People Think Inside Their HeadThis episode was recorded on November 16th, 2020!Mike is joined by Kait and Nick to revisit the Comic Book Time Machine: Find a comic book that was released the year and month you were born and discuss!Mike: Black Panther (1988) #4Kait: Hellblazer (1988) #8Nick: Iron Man (1968-1996) #205Timecodes:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:19:03 - Comic Picks00:30:08 - Comic Book Time Machine Take Two!01:13:05 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksDIE #1-7My Hero Academia 290-291Skyward vol.1RAI #9Hellboy and the BPRD 1955Resident Alien Vol 1: Welcome to Earth!Seven to Eternity #14...2020-11-181h 14
I Read Comic BooksBonus Minisode | Snacks?This special episode of IRCB is brought to you by Tom (stingo) who was kind enough to donate in support of the protests calling for racial justice.Mike and Nick were asked to talk about something that comes up on the discord quite often: Snacks. Nick put a list together and Mike tried them all.The ListExtra Toasty Cheez-ItsLife Cereal: OriginalSimply Cheetos Puffs White CheddarTriscuits Smoked GoudaTriscuits Avocado, Cilantro and LimePirate’s Booty Snack Puffs Aged White CheddarPlease consider donating to one of the many causes in need right now....2020-10-1729 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 255 | Alex and Jayare from Opinions May VaryThis week, Mike and Nick are joined by podcasters Alex and Jayare from the Opinions May Vary podcast! They talk comics, conventions, interviewing, podcasting for years, and more. Mike apologizes for his awful audio quality--something about knobs and computer updates.Timecodes:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:28:07 - Comic Picks00:40:03 - Alex and Jayare of the Opinions May Vary Podcast01:23:33 - Wrap/CreditsComics Read / Comic PicksDead End Job For GhostsHigh Level #1Archer & Armstrong #0-1 (1992)King of NowhereGrendelAdventureman #1Wonder Woman Dead EarthBig GirlsThe Department of Truth #1Quantum & Woody: Earth’s Last ChoiceJuggernaut #2Chu #3...2020-09-301h 27
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 251 | “My Name Is Mike Rapin And This Is An X-Men Book”This episode was recorded on August 23rd, 2020!Mike doesn't know the number of episodes this show has and Nick and Kate try to keep him sane this week. But when we're not learning to count, the gang dives into an old topic (from episode 170!): Comics you would give to yourself at camp.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:24:52 - Comic Picks00:32:12 - Comics Care Package01:06:15 - Wrap/Credits01:08:41 - Mom's SpaghettiComics Read / Comic PicksLove on the Other SideUndone By Blood #4-5Nimona (the audio drama)Fallen World #1Hellions #3Black...2020-08-261h 11
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 36 | Ice Cream Man Vol. 4: Tiny Little LivesThis episode was recorded on June 21st, 2020!Nick and Mike continue their delicious journey into the horror show that is Ice Cream Man with Volume 4: Tiny Little Lives by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, and Good Old Neon. How will this volume push the medium? What terrifying new thing will we discover this volume? Spoilers for Ice Cream Man #13-16.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start01:11:30 - Wrap/Credits Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to ge...2020-06-241h 13
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 246 | The Biggest Sci-Fi Series Ever Made: FireflyThis episode was recorded on May 24th, 2020!Nick and Kait join Mike to discuss the comics based on the TV series Firefly.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:23:27 - Comic Picks00:34:16 - Firefly Comics01:17:13 - Wrap/CreditsComics We Read / Comic PicksThe Way of the Househusband Vol. 3The Ludocrats #1Drawing The Vote: An Illustrated Guide to Voting in AmericaBerserker UnboundLone Wolf and Cub, Volume 7: Cloud Dragon, Wind TigerEmma and Violette: A Dream for ThreeOuter Darkness / Chew #2Family Tree, Volume OneSteam, vol. 1 Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Ban...2020-05-271h 18
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 243 | In This Quarantine House We Read ComicsThis episode was recorded on May 3rd, 2020!This week, Nick, Mike, and Brian ask the question: Who would be the best/worst person to have in your quarantine house?Come hang out with us on Discord!!May 9th, 2pm EDT - Mini-book club meetup! We're discussing Drops of God Vol. 1May 10th, 3:30pm EDT - Come hangout with us!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:25:57 - What We've Been Digging Recently00:34:39 - Our Comics Quarantine House01:09:22 - Wrap/Credits Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Pro...2020-05-061h 11
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 241 | The Books Your Shop Doesn’t Know What To Do WithThis episode was recorded on April 19th, 2020!This week, Nick and Paul join Mike to talk about over-sized comics and how the heck you fit weird shaped comics on your shelf!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week In Comics00:27:53 - What We've Been Digging Lately00:37:06 - Large-format Comics01:09:12 - Wrap/CreditsWhat We ReadThe Green Lantern #1-7The Stone KingAstro City: ConfessionX-Ray Robot #1Outer Darkness Vol 1-2Powers Omnibus #1 Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on...2020-04-221h 11
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 239 | Brain SuperjailThis week's episode was recorded on March 22nd, 2020!This week, Kate and Nick join Mike to discuss comics we've put off for way too long and why we do that!Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:23:32 - Comic Picks00:30:35 - Comics We've Finally Gotten Around to Reading01:08:01 - Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksBang #2Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Vol. 1Dick Tracy ForeverStrangers in Paradise Vol 2X-Men #9The Transformers vs The Terminator #1New Mutants Vol. 1 Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike Rapin...2020-03-251h 09
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 31 | Special Guests: Cooper Anderson and A.C. IronsideThis episode was recorded in the recent past!Mike and Nick are joined by comic creators Cooper Anderson and A.C. Ironside to discuss their comic Inner Workings, currently LIVE on Kickstarter.LinksInner Workings KickstarterCooper on Twitter - @cooperthewriterCooper on Instagram - @cooper_the_writer AC Ironside on Twitter - @a_ironsideAC Ironside on Instagram - @Alexis.ironsideArrowKey Studio Twitter - @arrowkeystudioArrowKey Studio Instagram - @_arrow_key_Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get...2020-03-1833 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 237 | Being “First Mate” Is My New Life GoalThis week’s episode was recorded on March 1st, 2020!Mike and René challenged Nick to try out the Shonen Jump app along by reading 3 chapters from 4 different manga series: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, One Piece, One Punch Man, and My Hero Academia.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:22:24 – Comic Picks00:29:32 – Nick Reads Manga01:14:30 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksBlack Stars Above #3-4One Punch Man Chapters 95-117The Drops of God Volumes 1-11Noragami Volumes 4-7D. Gray-Man Volumes 10-12X-O Manowar #1 (2020)Dryad #1Mashle: Magic and Muscles Chapter 6King of Nowhere #1...2020-03-041h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 234 | Are Comic Books Accessible?This week’s episode was recorded on February 9th, 2020!Mike, Kait, and Nick dive into the realm of reading comics in forms beyond your standard comic book: audio editions, guided view, braille, and more!Timecodes:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:19:55 – Comics Picks00:26:53 – Comics for non-standard reading abilities (audio, large print, other?)00:57:18 – Wrap CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksX-Men/Fantastic Four #1Finger Guns #1-2Ascender Vol. 1Doctor Tomorrow #1How to Treat Magical Beasts vol. 1Alienated #1Tartarus #1Rat Queens vol. 7: The Once and Future KingLinksShapeReader.orgThe Disabled Life webcomicA Beautifull...2020-02-1259 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 233 | Release the JJ CutThis episode was recorded on February 2nd, 2020!Paul and Nick join Mike to talk about “Directors Cut” and annotated comics. Do we read them? Do we need them? What’s the pull to read these extra editions of comics?Timecodes00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:23:52 – Comic Picks00:33:39 – Annotated and “Directors Cut” Comics01:05:53 – Wrap/Credits01:08:52 – Nick Says Sandman Is Overrated ;)What We Read / Comic PicksSkies of Fire #1-6Honeymoon in the AfterlifeThe Visitor #1 and #2British IceDark Knight Returns: The Golden ChildPeter Cannon ThunderboltThe Man Who Effed Up Time #1Predator Hunters III #1Justice League #40Music p...2020-02-051h 10
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 232 | ANNUAL #5: We’re always whole-assing this showThis episode was recorded on January 24th, 2020!Mike, Paul, Kait, and Brian sat down IN REAL LIFE to record, discussing the last year of IRCB, things we’ve loved, how we’ve grown as a show, and a few behind the scenes bits.Mike’s audio is a little weird because, well, he didn’t follow his own advice of eating his microphone.Thanks to Danny and Nick for hanging out on discord while we recorded this episode!Timecodes:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:14 – Favorite IRCB Things From 201900:12:09 – IRCB Zine news00:20:19 –...2020-01-291h 08
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 229 | Finding deeper meaning in comic artThis episode was recorded on January 5th, 2020!Our first regular episode of the year! Tia and Nick join Mike to discuss how to pull out the deeper meaning in comics.Take the IRCB Listener Survey! https://ircbpodcast.com/surveyTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:16:49 – Comic Picks00:27:33 – Reading Comics More Deeply00:56:19 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksI Can Sell You A Body #1ONE PIECE CHAPTERS 1-22Hawkeye Freefall #1My Heroes Have Always Been JunkiesExcalibur #5Pretty Deadly: The Rat #5British Ice OGNMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on B...2020-01-081h 00
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 30 | My Friend DahmerThis episode was recorded sometime in the recent past!Paul and Nick join Mike to discuss Derf Backderf’s OGN, My Friend Dahmer. This episode was a request by one of our 2018 Kickstarter backers!Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastEmail: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: disc...2020-01-0149 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 228 | Goodreads Book of the Month: Comics For A Strange World: A Book of Poorly Drawn LinesThis week’s episode was recorded on November 23rd, 2019!Mike, Kait, and Nick discuss the IRCB Book of the Month: Comics For A Strange World: A Book of Poorly Drawn Lines by Reza Farazmand.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start / What We Read00:18:27 – Comic Picks00:27:32 – Goodreads Book of the Month: Comics For A Strange World: A Book of Poorly Drawn Lines01:00:50 – Credits01:03:23 – WTF Witcher??What We Read / Comic PicksImmortal Hulk #21-27Doctor Doom #1Under The Moon: A Catwoman TaleProdigy: The Evil EarthUsagi YojimboEast of West #45Firefly Outlaw Ma Reynolds #1Dial H for Hero TPBMusic provid...2019-12-251h 03
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 227 | “This is the I have been reading comic books podcast”This episode was recorded on December 15th, 2019!René and Nick swap with Mike their lists of the best comics they read in 2019, new or old, big or small!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:25:53 – Comic Picks00:29:54 – Our Favorite Comics of 2019!01:10:53 – Wrap/Credits01:14:05 – Channeling WernerComics Read / Comic PicksI Moved to LA to Work in AnimationStrange Skies Over East Berlin #1-3Act-Age Volume 1-2New Mutants #1Valerian: The Complete Collection Volume 1X Omnibus Volume 1Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #1Haikyu!! Chapter 377Ice Cream Man Volume 4: Tiny LivesComics We Loved in 2019BPRDGideon...2019-12-181h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 225 | Mike is no longer on energy drinksThis episode was recorded on November 24th, 2019!Mike is joined by Nick and Tia this week to ask the question: what was the first comic you read by your favorite creative team (or creator)?Timestamps:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:20:03 – Comic Picks00:27:49 – First Comics By Favorite Creative Teams01:01:28 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic Picks / Comics MentionedRai #1The Arab of the Future: A Childhood in the Middle East, 1978-1984: A Graphic MemoirHeartbeat by Maria LlovettThe Ballad of Halo Jones Volume 1Motor Crush Vol 1John Constantine: Hellblazer #1Curse Words #25Witchfinder Omnibus Volume 1SleeperI...2019-11-271h 03
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 223 | The Absorption ProblemThis episode was recorded on November 10th, 2019!Kait and Nick join Mike to talk about how they read comics. Mike ranks the latest X-Men #1s, and Nick’s world is ending with comicbookdb.com closing down.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Start / Last Week in Comics00:24:10 – Comic Picks00:34:12 – How Do You Read Comics?01:13:13 – Wrap / Credits01:15:34 – Mike doesn’t believe in moon lasersWhat We Read / Comic PicksChew vol. 1-12Joker: Killer Smile #1Space Riders Vol. 2: Galaxy Of BrutalityFriends with BoysMoonbound: Apollo 11 and the Dream of SpaceflightAbe Sapien: The Drowning and Other StoriesFallen Angels #1Black Stars Above #1HopeFi...2019-11-131h 18
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 220 | I’ve Heard of It (It Must Be Popular) Feat. PaulieThis episode was recorded on October 20th, 2019!Paul, Nick, and Rene discuss the importance of coloring and how the process of re-coloring/colorizing can affect a book or series.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:23:01 – Comic Picks00:33:48 – Recoloring Comics01:03:38 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic picksJudge Dredd: The Small HouseX-Men #1Copperhead Vol. 1-2Monster Vol. 4Fire Force Vol. 16Money Shot #1Invisible Kingdom Vol. 1LinksPaul – @OhHiPaulieNick – @dethstarplnzRene – @Rodrigur29Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Executive Producer: Mike RapinProducers: Kara Szamborski, Zander RiggsEdito...2019-10-231h 06
I Read Comic BooksBonus Interview | Dave Baker & Night HuntersThis bonus interview was recorded on October 12th, 2019!Dave Baker joins Mike and Nick for a bonus interview episode to talk about his Kickstarter with Alexis Ziritt: Night Hunters. Mike, Nick and Dave also dig in on the state of Cyberpunk, writing the best comic book for an artist, working with Kickstarter, and more!LinksNight Hunters on KickstarterDave Baker on TwitterAlexis Ziritt on TwitterMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to ou...2019-10-1745 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 218 | What even is the fantasy genre?This episode was recorded on October 6th, 2019!This week, Nick and Kate join Mike to discuss fantasy comics and, well, try to put a finger on how to define “fantasy” comic books.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:18:10 – Comic Picks00:26:40 – Fantasy in Comics01:03:50 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksLittle Bird #1-5Locke and Key Volume 1Head LopperPumpkinheadsOuter Darkness #11The Twilight Man: Rod Serling and the Birth of TelevisionJourney to Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker — Allegiance #1Comics Mentioned this episodeThe Wicked + The DivineNimonaWitchesPretty DeadlyI Kill GiantsRat QueensBoneHeathenSkullkickersRat QueensD&D Comi...2019-10-091h 06
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 215 | Mike Rapin, The Swellest GuyThis episode was recorded on September 15th 2019!Nick and Kait join Paul throw plans out the window and caution to the wind and discuss our host and producer Mr. Michael Rapin and his contributions to our (your?) comic book reading habits. We’ve gone rogue! Sincerest apologies to new listeners. This episode contains heavy doses of Mike. 9 out of 10 dentists approve of Mike!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:24:46 – Comic Picks00:36:25 – Our Favorite Man, Mike Rapin01:07:18 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read/Comic PicksBatman Universe #2 & #3Judge Dredd Complete Case Files Vol. 4Aether & Empire Vol...2019-09-181h 10
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 211 | Why does this exist? Can I resist buying this?This week’s episode was recorded on August 18th, 2019!Brian and Nick join Mike to talk about weird crossovers, and we’re not talking crossover events. From Archie vs Predator to Star Trek and Green Lantern to Sonic and… Spawn? They dive in.Thanks to everyone who hung out with us on the Discord during the show!Timecodes00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:20:05 – Comic Picks00:27:50 – Weird Comics01:02:16 – Wrap/Credits01:05:00 – The Discord talks HoX/PoX and VenomWhat We Read / Comic PicksBerserker Unbound #1Outer Darkness #9Life is Strange #7Livewire #5PSI Lords #2Excellen...2019-08-211h 16
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 28 | Ice Cream Man Volume 3: Hopscotch MélangeThis episode was recorded some time in the near past!What mystery awaits Mike & Nick on their journey into Ice Cream Man Vol. 3? An episode half in Spanish? The end of the world? More?!Full spoilers for Ice Cream Man Vol. 3: Hopscotch Mélange!Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastEma...2019-07-311h 06
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 26 | Ice Cream Man Vol. 2: Strange NeapolitanThis episode was recorded some time in the near past!Nick and Mike continue on their trip down the road that is the series Ice Cream Man. Needless to say, Mike and Nick are haunted by this volume.Full spoilers for Ice Cream Man Vol. 2: Strange Neapolitan!Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives and more! patreon.com/ir...2019-07-1757 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 208 | Goodreads Book of the Month: Captain America Vol 1. Winter In AmericaThis week’s episode was recorded on June 30th, 2019!Brian, Nick, and Kate sat down to discuss our Goodreads Book of the Month: Captain America Vol. 1: Winter In America as voted on by our fantastic Goodreads members! Spoiler alert for Captain America Vol. 1: Winter In America!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:15:35 – Comic Picks00:27:07 – Goodreads Book of the Month – Captain America, Vol. 1: Winter in America01:05:24 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksPsi-Lords #1Terminator: Secondary ObjectivesOrphan Black #1Star Wars: Tie Fighter #2-3Black Hammer: Age of Doom #11Coda Vol 1Giant Days #52LinksNic...2019-07-031h 07
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 206 | Shooting A Comic Book with a LITERAL BulletThis week’s episode was recorded on June 16th, 2019!Kait and Nick join Mike to discuss the many reading, packaging, and “marketing” gimmicks used in comic books over the years. From vinyl stickers to to lenticular covers to poly-bags to literally SHOOTING a comic with real bullets, the gang dives deep for this episode.Timecodes00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:20:19 – Comic Picks00:31:22 – Gimmicks in the Comic Reading Experience01:13:19 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksX-23 #12X-23: The Complete Collection Volume 1Beasts of Burden: Animal RitesX-Men: Grand DesignOblivion Song Vol 1Excellence #2Rat Queens #16PSI...2019-06-191h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 204 | Special Guest: Dave BakerThis week’s episode was recorded on June 2nd, 2019!On the show this week: Mike, Nick, and Paul are joined by Dave Baker, creator of a multitude of media, namely his comics: Action Hospital, Fuck Off Squad, and more! The gang digs in on Dave’s comics background, comic book credits, his favorite unsung comic heroes, and why comic books are the best media to tell stories!Timecodes00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:22:32 – Comic Picks00:34:28 – Interview with Dave Baker00:14:26 – Action Hospital01:23:16 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic PicksGender QueerFallen World #1BPRD 1946DCeased #1Just...2019-06-051h 28
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 199 | Goodreads Book of the Month – Animal Man Volume 1This episode was recorded on April 28th, 2019!This week, Nick and Kait join Mike to chat about our Goodreads Book of the Month: Animal Man Volume 1 by Grant Morrison, Chas Truog, Doug Hazlewood, and Tom Grummett.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:19:55 – Comic Picks00:31:57 – Goodreads Book of the Month: Animal Man Vol 101:02:50 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic Picks:The Fearsome Dr. FangThe Immortal Hulk Volume 1Maker Comics: Bake Like a Pro!Black Badge #5-6Age of X-Man: Prisoner X #3Paper Girls #28Black Hammer ‘45 #3Relevant Links/InformationMike – @mikerapinNick – @dethstarplnzKait – @KaitLPhereGoodre...2019-05-011h 05
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 24 | Ice Cream Man Volume 1: Rainbow SprinklesThis episode was recorded on April 21st, 2019!This week, Mike and Nick sat down for a discussion about a volume they both hadn’t read before this episode: Ice Cream Man Volume 1: Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martín Morazzo, and Chris O’Halloran.Full Spoilers for issues #1-4 of Ice Cream Man!Relevant Links/InformationMike – @mikerapinNick – @dethstarplnzMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie...2019-04-2457 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 198 | Special Guest: David PeposeThis episode was recorded on April 14th, 2019!This week, Mike is joined by Nick and René to talk to a very special guest, David Pepose, writer and creator of the series Spencer & Locke for Action Lab Comics!Timecodes00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:18:59 – Comic Picks00:28:56 – Interview with David Pepose, writer for Spencer and Locke01:06:58 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic Picks:Murder Falcon #3-6The VisionSweet Tooth Collection Volume 2Monster Volume 2Hell’s Paradise: JigokurakuMarvel Team-UpDiePeter Cannon ThunderboltSelf-MadeBatmanIce Cream Man #1Hellboy: The Complete Short Stories Vol 1Age of X-Man: Nextgen #3One Piece Chapter #93...2019-04-171h 10
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 196 | We went to c2e2This week’s episode was recorded on March 23rd and March 24th, 2019!This week, the ENTIRE IRCB crew hung out at C2E2 in Chicago, IL. Mike jumped on the microphone with Brian and Nick on Saturday to discuss the con so far, and on Sunday night with Tia, Paul, and Kara to reflect on C2E2 in general. No picks or comics read this week folks!Relevant Links/InformationMike – @mikerapinBrian – @BrianheadNick – @dethstarplnzPaul – @OhHiPaulieTia – @PortraitOfMmeXKara – @KaraSzamMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander Riggs...2019-03-2752 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 194 | Comic Distribution with Scott McGovernThis week’s episode was recorded on March 3rd, 2019!This week on IRCB, Mike, Nick, and Kara are joined by friend of the show, Scott McGovern. Scott has 20+ years of history working in the industry and is a font of knowledge when it comes to comic book distribution and the meta-level of working at a comic book shop.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:18:01 – Comic Picks00:29:08 – Interview with Scott McGovern01:09:09 – Wrap/credits01:12:44 – IRCB plans for c2e2 and Midwest FashionWhat We Read / Comic Picks:One Dirty TreeUmbrella Academy Volumes 1-2Doom Patrol (1986...2019-03-131h 20
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 193 | Reading 100 chapters of a manga in one dayThis week’s episode was recorded on March 3rd, 2019!This week, Brian, Nick, and Kait sat down to discuss the myriad of digital platforms (that they know of!) for reading comics. From Comics to Manga to Motion Comics and more, this episode covers a whole lot of ground.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:15:12 – Comic Picks00:25:26 – Digital Platforms for Comics01:04:46 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / ComicPicks:Life is Strange #3-4Quantum and Woody! #12Ninja-K #14Isola #6 and PrologueFence Vol. 1Star Wars: Vader: Dark Visions #1Black Hammer ‘45 #1Die #4Relevant Links/InformationBrian – @BrianheadNick...2019-03-061h 07
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 191 | I don’t know what Hulkverines are and I’m too afraid too lookThis week’s episode was recorded on February 17th, 2019.This week, Paul and Nick join Mike to discuss comic book impulse buys, the value of an original graphic novel, and how even after years of comic book reading, if the interior art doesn’t match the cover art, we still get a little disappointed.AND the February 2019 zine is out today!! (PDF link)Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:21:13 – Comic Picks00:32:59 – Comic Book Impulse Buys01:09:57 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic Picks:Age of X-Man: NextGen #1O Human Star Volume 1Female Furie...2019-02-201h 13
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 189 | War in ComicsThis episode was recorded on February 3rd, 2019!On IRCB this week, Paul and Nick chat with Mike about the depiction of War in comics, a brief history on the topic, and some of the comics they believe depict was in a real, non-celebratory way. Mike also has a minor breakdown in the first half of the show regarding Age of X-Man.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:20:25 – Comic Picks00:33:00 – War In Comics01:13:55 – Wrap/CreditsWhat We Read / Comic Picks:Deep Roots #1-5Isola #5-6Batman #63Conan the Barbarian #2Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1...2019-02-061h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 188 | Annual #4: We did too much???This episode was recorded on January 27th, 2019!This week’s show is the annual hangout episode where some of the people of IRCB reflect back on the last year of the show. Mike is joined by Tia, Nick, Paul, and Kait to discuss everything about the last year, but also Harry Potter houses, astrological signs, love for our fans, the future of the zine, C2E2, and how much we enjoy each other. It’s a big ol’ love fest. Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:24:03 – Comic Picks00:34:00 – The Annual #401:15:31 – Wrap/Credits01:20:59 – Text Posts and Game of Thron...2019-01-301h 26
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 22 | Planetary vs Fire & StoneThis episode was recorded sometime in the recent past!This week, Mike and Nick discuss two books they picked… for each other! This is the first of a new series called “Book vs. Book” where two people pick comics (roughly equal is length) for the other to read. Then we record an episode. Enjoy!!Don’t forget to take the IRCB Listener Survey! – ircbpodcast.com/surveyRelevant Links/InformationMike – @mikerapinNick – @dethstarplnzMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.Producer: Mike RapinEditor: Zander RiggsSupport us on Pa...2018-12-2655 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 182 | Religion in Comic BooksThis episode was recorded on December 2nd, 2018!While Mike was away at a gaming convention, Paul held the reigns for this week’s show with Kait and Nick in tow. The topic for this week: Religion in Comic Books — how is religion portrayed, what does it mean to include religion in comics, and what comic does Nick think was done really well?Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:22:55 – Comic Picks00:32:28 – Religion and Comics01:04:02 – Wrap/CreditsComic Picks / What We Read This week:The Flintstones #1-12Batman: White KnightHellboy Omnibus 2 / B.P.R.D. Omnibus 1...2018-12-051h 06
I Read Comic BooksMinisode 21 | Adam Ferris + The Good Fight AnthologyThis episode was recorded sometime in the recent past!This week, Mike, Nick, and Kait chat with comic creator and Founding Editor Adam Ferris about his latest endeavor The Good Fight: A Peaceful Stand Against Bigotry and Racism (currently running on Kickstarter!). This anthology includes work from Greg Rucka, Natasha Alterici, Mark Waid, Kelly Fitzpatrick, Christian Ward, and many more fantastic creators–including Adam!. They gang also dives into what it means to be a being a comic creator to Adam and how his process works.Relevant Links/InformationMike – @mikerapinNick – @dethstarplnzKait – @KaitLPhereAdam Ferris – @GOODFIGHTc...2018-11-2841 min
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 180 | Full On Western Aesthetic (IRCB Q&A #4)This episode was recorded on November 11th, 2018!Mike was out this week, so Paul held the reins with Kara and Nick as they dive into the final Q&A episode of the year! Thank you to everyone who sent in questions for this episode!PLUS: Zine #3 is OUT TODAY! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:26:30 – Comic Picks00:38:10 – IRCB Q&A01:18:03 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekCoyote DoggirlThe Green Lantern...2018-11-141h 20
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 179 | I’ll talk to you about animals all dayThis episode was recorded on November 4th, 2018!Nick and Kait join Mike to talk about non-human comic book characters. The episode gets real specific about it and dives into some fantastic examples of characters many people love.PLUS: Zine #2 is OUT! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:21:20 – Comic Picks00:30:23 – Favorite Non-Human Characters01:02:21 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekMultiple Man #5Modern Fantasy #4Rainbow in the DarkDick Tracy: Dead or Alive #1T...2018-11-071h 04
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 178 | Goodreads Book of the Month: Revival Vol. 1This episode was recorded on October 28th, 2018!This week, Nick and Brian join Mike to talk about our Goodreads Book of the Month: Revival Volume 1 by Tim Seely and Mike Norton as voted on by our FANTASTIC Goodreads members. And don’t miss the after the credits POST DISCUSSION.PLUS: Zine #2 is OUT! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:18:37 – Comic Picks00:26:48 – Goodreads Book of the Month – Revival Vol 100:56:21 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for thi...2018-10-311h 01
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 176 | CRACK Open A Cold OneThis episode was recorded on October 14th, 2018!POW! ZHAM! WHIZZ! THWIP! This week, while Mike is away, Kara, Paul, and Nick dive into the wonderful world of sound effects in comics. How do you hear them? Why do they matter? And make sure you stick around at the end of the ep for a bit about doggos.PLUS: Zine #2 is OUT! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:26:29 – Comic Picks00:34:00 – Sound Effects in Comics00:57:30 – Wrap/Credi...2018-10-171h 02
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 173 | Crimey crime crime comicsThis episode was recorded on September 23rd, 2018!We’re back to our regularly-formatted show! Nick and Kate join Mike this week to talk about crime comics, but before we get to that… Mike has a small poem to read about the X-Men. As a group, they all read Green River Killer (spoilers for the whole book!)PLUS: Zine #2 is OUT! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:20:51 – Comic Picks00:29:02 – A Poem by Mike Rapin00:30:56 – Crimey-Crime-C...2018-09-261h 10
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 171 | Goodreads Book of the Month – Animosity Volume 1This episode was recorded on August 25th, 2018!This week, Mike, Kara, and Nick tackle the Goodreads Book of the Month (as voted on by you wonderful Goodreaders out there!): Animosity Volume 1 by Marguerite Bennett, Rafael de LaTorre, Rob Schwager, Juan Doe, and Marshall Dillon.PLUS: Zine #2 is OUT! Read the digital copy now! Or buy a physical copy of the zine in our store! store.ircbpodcast.comTimestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:23:33 – Comic Picks00:37:46 – Goodreads Book of the Month – Animosity Vol. 101:13:55 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekLast of the...2018-08-291h 21
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 169 | So Wholesome (IRCB Q&A #3)This episode was recorded on August 12th, 2018!This week, Mike, Brian and Nick get into some of the fantastic questions asked by the fans of IRCB. PLUS: Zine #2 is released today! Make sure you check this one out for an interview with Vita Ayala (The Wilds, Submerged, Supergirl)!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:31:16 – Comic Picks00:31:16 – Q&A with Mike, Nick, and Brian01:05:01 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekThe Wild Storm: Michael Cray #10Transformers: Dark Cybertron Volume 2Infinity Wars #1James Bond: Black Box #1-6Aliens: Dust to Dust #2The W...2018-08-151h 07
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 165 | Stuff to look forward to on your weddingThis episode was recorded on June 17th, 2018!This week, Mike is joined by Nick and Brian to discuss a “different” kind of comic: Webcomics & Webtoons. What works in this medium? What doesn’t? And for this episode, Nick dove in as a non-reader tried a whole lot of webcomics and has some thoughts on them, to say the least.Also, DO NOT MISS: The first issue of the IRCB Zine! Check it out at https://ircbpodcast.com/zine!!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:14:07 – Comic Picks00:23:16 – Webcomics01:03:45 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this...2018-06-201h 06
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 164 | Hope Nicholson and Progress in ComicsThis episode was recorded on June 10th, 2018!This week, Mike is joined by Nick and Tia to talk comic picks and comic reads. After the break, Mike and Tia have a fantastic chat about the comic industry, the change in comics for women over the years and SO much more with Hope Nicholson (a Kickstarter commissioned episode). Hope is the author of The Spectacular Sisterhood of Superwomen, editor of The Secret Loves of Geek Girls and The Secret Loves of Geeks, and Publisher at Bedside Press.Also, DO NOT MISS: The first issue of the...2018-06-131h 20
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 160 | Always use 3M tape. ALWAYS. (IRCB QA #2)This episode was recorded on May 13th, 2018!Paul and Nick join Mike for the second Q&A episode where they answer as many questions as possible–time permitting! We also find out this week that Nick is very serious about his tape choices. (And don’t miss the Justice League movie chat post-credits this week)ALSO THIS WEEK: The first issue of the IRCB Zine! Check it out at https://ircbpodcast.com/zine!!Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:22:30 – Comic Picks00:33:56 – IRCB Q&A01:06:41 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekThe...2018-05-161h 14
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 136 | We’re getting Nick a library card againThis episode was recorded on November 12th, 2017.This week, Nick and Kate join Mike to discuss comics of the Star Wars variety–what’s good, what was good in the old Star Wars comics, and how this all factors into the Star Wars movie-verse.Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:27:09 – Comic Picks00:37:41 – Star Wars Comics01:13:18 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekRunaways #3Royal City #7Journey Into Mystery Volume 1: Fear ItselfThe Dying and the Dead #1-6Star Wars Volume 3, Rebel JailBriggs Land: Lone Wolves #4Batman #30X-O #7Imperial Machine – Star Wars: Darth Vader: Dark Lor...2017-11-151h 16
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 132 | Mike sleeps with the lights onThis episode was recorded on October 15th, 2017.This week, Mike is joined by Tia and Nick to talk about horror comics. What makes these books work? What makes these books actually scary? (We did a previous episode sort of about this topic)Don’t miss our Kickstarter! Get a T-Shirt, sticker, craft a show, hangout with us, or even BE on an episode! http://ircbpodcast.com/ks2017Timestamps00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics00:30:30 – Comic Picks00:39:23 – Horror Comics01:17:50 – Wrap/CreditsComic Reads/Picks for this weekDream Thief #1-5Dream Thief: Escape #1-4Runaways...2017-10-181h 22
I Read Comic BooksEpisode 109 | “No one cares, Mike…”Nick and Paul join Mike to talk about how comic book art is created (from what we could find on the internet).
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I Read Comic BooksEpisode 96 | My Slice of Life is PizzaThis episode was recorded on December 18th. 2016. Brian and Nick join Mike for the last FULL episode of the year! This week’s show is all about what comics you regret not sticking with or completely looked over that ended up being really great. So many regrets!! Timestamps 00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics 00:23:52 – Comic Picks 00:34:16 – Series you wish you had bought from the beginning 01:06:57 – Credits 01:08:31 – IRCB Con 2024 Comic Reads/Picks for this week Hawkeye #1 Green Valley #3 Champions #1 Reborn #3 Power Man and Iron Fist 9-10 Paper Girls #9-10 Giant Days #18-20 Snapshot TPB Savage #1 Batman 9 & 10 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank #3 Locke and Key...2016-12-211h 16I Read Comic BooksEpisode 95 | Remember, this is a team effortThis episode was recorded on December 11th. 2016. Tia and Nick join Mike to chat about their favorite creator’s definitive work and what that really means. And never forget the artist or colorist or inker or letter! Timestamps 00:00:00 – Start/ Last Week in Comics 00:18:14 – Comic Picks 00:26:30 – Definitive Works of an Artist 01:10:42 – End Credits 01:12:25 – Disney Land vs. Disney World Comic Reads/Picks for this week Jughead #10 Extraordinary X-Men #16 Archie Meets the Ramones Saga #38-40 Uber Invasion #1 Motor Crush #1 The Wicked + The Divine #24 Doctor Aphra #1 Reggie and Me #1 Uncanny Season 2 Valiant 8-Bit Adventure: Unity Quantum and Woody vol 4 (Quantum and Woody Must Die!) Green Ar...2016-12-141h 13I Read Comic BooksEpisode 93 | Own Your TrashThis episode was recorded on November 20th, 2016. The show this week features Nick and Kate talking all about those pesky cultural references and “memes” in comic books. However, at the end of the day, there are some books that do this well and others that don’t. This episode dives into finding where the line is drawn. Also, Nick coins the term “fandering.” This is the final week! If you haven’t already taken it, please take the I Read Comic Books Listener survey! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics 00:14:54 – Comic Picks 00:25:30 – Cultural References and Cultural Relevance in Comics 00:37:56 – “Fandering” 01:04:14 –...2016-11-231h 10I Read Comic BooksEpisode 92 | 360 No-TropeThis episode was recorded on November 13th, 2016. To start, Mike feels bad about this episode’s title, but he wasn’t around to host the show so he wanted to contribute. On the show this week, Nick is joined by Tia and Kate to talk about their least favorite comic book tropes and how that affects their reading habits. If you haven’t already, please take the I Read Comic Books Listener survey! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics 00:24:19 – Comic Picks 00:38:26 – Comic Book Tropes 01:15:46 – Credits Comic Reads/Picks for this week Batman #6 Future Quest #5 Descender #15 Kings Quest #1-5 Batman Beyond #1 Aven...2016-11-161h 17I Read Comic BooksEpisode 87 | On Wednesdays We Wear PinkThis week’s episode was recorded on October 9th, 2016. While Mike (and Tia) were off at NYCC, Nick hosted the show this week with Brian and Kate. The show this week focused on retconning in comics and when it’s good or bad (specifically in Big 2 books). Despite all reasoning, they managed to put together a great episode, but near the end things go a bit off the deep end! And if you have a moment, please take the I Read Comic Books Listener survey! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Start/Last Week in Comics 00:21:04 – Comic Picks 00:33:32 – [ad] Mobilescape Adventures Kickstarter 00:35:15 – Retconning 01:08:45 – Credits Comic Reads/Pi...2016-10-121h 11