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Truth, Beauty, ComicsJeff Smith's Bone: Out from Boneville #3Today we cover the final three issues in the first volume of Jeff Smith's Bone, Out from Boneville. Our cast of characters is complete as Phoney and Fone are reunited with Smiley and we meet Lucius Down, the owner of Barralhaven Tavern--while on the borders of the forest a sinister hooded figure has taken an interest in Phoney Bone, "The One who Bears the Star".
We're reading from the One Volume, Black and White edition.
2025-08-0153 min
Truth, Beauty, ComicsJeff Smith's Bone: Out from Boneville #2Today we cover the second two issues in Jeff Smith's Bone. We're introduced to Thorn, Grandma Ben, and Phoney Bone returns to be a butt-head.
We're reading from the One Volume, Black and White edition.
2025-07-1856 min
Truth, Beauty, ComicsJeff Smith's Bone: Out from Boneville #1Today on the podcast we discuss a favorite: Jeff Smith's Bone. In this episode we look at the first issue of what has been called, "the best all-ages graphic novel yet published".
We're reading from the One Volume, Black and White edition.
2025-07-031h 07
Truth, Beauty, ComicsJonathan Hickman's Fantastic FourFor our last Fantastic Four podcast we jump forward fifty years to a modern run of the comic, specifically Jonathan Hickman's widely respected time with the characters. We're specifically discussing the "Solve Everything" arc, beginning in issue #570 and illustrated by Dale Eaglesham.
We're reading from Fantastic Four, the Complete Collection Vol 1 by Jonathan Hickman.
2025-06-201h 11
Truth, Beauty, ComicsFantastic Four: Galactus TrilogyToday we discuss, the comic arc hailed as "The Pinnacle of the Silver Age", The Galactus Trilogy by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, where we meet classic characters like the Silver Surfer for the first time. The Fantastic Four and Marvel Comic dip their toe into cosmic horror and make comics history. But is this comic worthy of its high reputation? Felix and Levi give the definitive answer on Truth, Beauty, Comics.
The Galactus Trilogy is available for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fantastic-Four-Epic-Collection-Galactus/dp/130295041X/
2025-06-061h 15
Truth, Beauty, ComicsFantastic Four: Dr. Doom and Namor by Kirby and LeeOn today's episode Felix and Levi look at the first appearance of the iconic villains: Dr. Doom and Namor, the Sub-Mariner. What makes a good antagonist and what explains the staying power of these two?
Watch the podcast on Youtube: https://youtu.be/4kkcCAEcwjA
2025-05-2358 min
Truth, Beauty, ComicsFantastic Four #1 by Jack Kirby and Stan LeeFelix and Levi discuss the breakthrough 1961 Marvel comic, Fantastic Four #1 by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee. It was a bestseller and a breakthrough in its day but how does it hold up?
2025-05-091h 04
Truth, Beauty, ComicsGeorge Herriman: Identity and artGeorge Herriman had a secret identity, one that could have lost him his job, his reputation, and even his home. Did Herriman plant hints about his secret, or are people just reading too much into the madcap adventures of a black cat and a white mouse? Felix and Levi discuss Herriman and his work today on the podcast.
2025-04-2555 min
Truth, Beauty, ComicsKrazy Kat by George HerrimanFelix and Levi tackle the mysterious and celebrated Krazy Kat by George Herriman, particularly the Sunday strips from 1916-1918.
We're reading from the George Herriman Library 1916-1918, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/George-Herriman-Library-Ignatz-1916-1918/dp/1683962559/
2025-04-101h 04
Truth, Beauty, ComicsTintin: The Blue LotusFinally we get to Herge's first masterpiece: Tintin and the Blue Lotus. On this episode Felix and Levi break down Tintin's classic adventure in China as the story that began in Cigars of the Pharaoh comes to a conclusion.
Tintin and the Blue Lotus is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Lotus-Adventures-Tintin/dp/0316358568
Patreon notes:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/tintin-and-blue-125373183?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-03-271h 13
Truth, Beauty, ComicsTintin: Cigars of the PharaohFinally we get to one of the good Tintin Adventures by Herge: Cigars of the Pharaoh. Felix and Levi discuss this first classic Tintin adventure.
You can find Cigars of the Pharaoh on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tintin-Cigars-Pharaoh-Herge/dp/1405206152
Patreon notes:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/tintin-and-of-125372646?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-03-131h 02
Truth, Beauty, ComicsTintin in The Congo and AmericaFelix and Levi tackle some of the more controversial Tintin adventures, Tintin in the Congo and Tintin in America. Are the stories nothing but racism or are their redeeming qualities.
You can find these stories on Amazon:
- Tintin in the Congo: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Tintin-vol-Soviets-Congo/dp/1405228946/
- Tintin in America: https://www.amazon.com/Tintin-America-Adventures-Herge/dp/1405206144/
Patreon notes:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/tintin-in-congo-125371596?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-02-271h 07
Truth, Beauty, ComicsTintin in the Land of The Soviets by HergeFelix and Levi discuss Herge's very first Tintin adventure: Tintin in the Land of the Soviets.
We are reading the English translation, available on Amazon.
Patreon notes:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/tintin-in-land-125371373?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-02-131h 06
Truth, Beauty, ComicsUncle Scrooge by Carl Barks #3In this episode, Felix and Levi discuss the classic Uncle Scrooge Stories, Back to the Klondike and Tralla La.
These stories can be found in the Complete Works of Carl Barks, available on Amazon:
Only a Poor Old Man
Patreon notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/uncle-scrooge-3-125371139?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-01-301h 22
Truth, Beauty, ComicsUncle Scrooge by Carl Barks: #2In this episode, Felix and Levi delve into two iconic Carl Barks stories: The Old Castle's Secret and Only a Poor Old Man.
These stories can be found in the Complete Works of Carl Barks, available on Amazon:
Only a Poor Old Man
The Old Castle's Secret
Patreon notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/uncle-scrooge-2-125370155?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-01-171h 17
Truth, Beauty, ComicsUncle Scrooge by Carl Barks #1On this episode we discuss the first two Uncle Scrooge stories by Carl Barks: Christmas on Bear Mountain.
These stories can be found in the Complete Works of Carl Barks, available on Amazon.
Patreon notes:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/uncle-scrooge-1-125370005?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2025-01-031h 10
Truth, Beauty, ComicsAstro Boy #2On this episode we discuss the Astro Boy stories: Plant People and The Greatest Robot on Earth.
We're reading out of the Astro Boy Omnibus by Dark Horse Press, which you can find on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Astro-Boy-Omnibus-Osamu-Tezuka/dp/1616558601/
2024-12-191h 25
Truth, Beauty, ComicsAstro Boy: #1On this episode Felix and Levi discuss the Astro Boy manga by Osamu Tezuka. We specifically cover the origin story and The Hot Dog Corps.
We're reading out of the Astro Boy Omnibus by Dark Horse Press, which you can find on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Astro-Boy-Omnibus-Osamu-Tezuka/dp/1616558601/
2024-12-051h 11
Truth, Beauty, ComicsUnderstanding Comics, Part 2Felix and Levi cover the second half of Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics.
Patreon show notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/understanding-2-116456505
For those interested in reading this book, we recommend the following edition:
Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud
Many public libraries also have access to this book through Hoopla or on the shelves.
2024-11-211h 09
Truth, Beauty, ComicsUnderstanding Comics: Part 1In this episode, Felix and Levi discuss the classic work of comic analysis by Scott McCloud: Understanding Comics. This episode covers the introduction and the first three chapters.
Patreon show notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-4-comics-116008188
For those interested in reading this book, we recommend the following edition: Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud
Many public libraries also have access to this book through Hoopla or on the shelves.
2024-11-141h 09
Truth, Beauty, ComicsAll Star Superman #2Felix and Levi discuss the second half of All Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely.
For those interested in reading the comics, we recommend the following two editions:
Full size: https://www.amazon.com/All-Star-Superman-Grant-Morrison/dp/1779513445
Budget edition ($10): All-Star Superman: 9781779527257
Many public libraries also have access to these comics through Hoopla, which we also highly recommend.
2024-11-071h 12
Truth, Beauty, ComicsAll Star Superman #1Felix and Levi discuss the first half of All Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely.
Patreon show notes here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-2-all-1-115108887?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
For those interested in reading the comics, we recommend the following two editions:
Full size: https://www.amazon.com/All-Star-Superman-Grant-Morrison/dp/1779513445
Budget edition ($10): All-Star Superman: 9781779527257
Many public libraries also have access to these comics through Hoopla, which we also highly recommend.
2024-10-311h 16
Truth, Beauty, ComicsSuperman: Action Comics #1 and other golden age storiesIn the first episode of Truth, Beauty, Comics Felix & Levi look at one of comic's greatest characters: Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster and look at his first appearance in Action Comics #1 and a few other early adventures.
Full show notes here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-1-notes-114560835
2024-10-211h 10