Episodes

Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
March Animation Madness! - Part One
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020
The panel thought it would be fun to introduce their own style of March Madness this year with a tournament to crown their favorite animated show of all time. The panel will match up 64 of the best cartoon series out there as they comb through each matchup until only one victor is left standing. This is Part One (of three) and showcases all of the first round matchups.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2020
Covering Covers
Wednesday Mar 18, 2020
Wednesday Mar 18, 2020
The Comic Cover: The very first thing we see on the shelves. So often it can be the deciding factor in whether we pick up that issue or not. But what is it about them that pulls us in? What is it that entices us, excites us, turns us off, or makes us not notice it in the first place? The panel goes in deep discussing the role of the comic book cover in the past and present.
To see a gallery of many of the covers we discuss in this episode, please visit the page for this episode at our website.

Wednesday Mar 11, 2020
With J.M. DeMatteis
Wednesday Mar 11, 2020
Wednesday Mar 11, 2020
J.M. DeMatteis has had an extensive career as a writer in comics, tv, and animation. Best known for his legendary run on Justice League International with collaborators Keith Giffen and Kevin Maguire, as well as the seminal Spider-Man story Kraven’s Last Hunt with Mike Zeck. We talk to him about some of his latest, exciting animation projects including the Warner Brothers produced Animated Film Superman: Red Son, which will be released on Blu-Ray March 17th.

Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
Thanks for the Support(ing Characters)
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
What defines a hero? Is it their power set? Is it their origin story? One can argue that the people that they surround themselves with play an important part. The panel takes a look at supporting casts and why they are so essential to fleshing out the world of a hero.

Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
The Graphic Novel Collection
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
The advent of the trade paperback or graphic novel collection created a huge shift in the comic business. It was an easier way to attract new readers through these easily packaged collected editions rather than overwhelm them with the daunting numbering system of individual issues. But has the graphic novel collection affected the comic business in more ways than just sales? The panel examines the possible upsides and downsides to the graphic novel or trade paperback collection?

Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Re-Re-Reboots
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
When a franchise reboots, it's often a polarizing subject among fans. Sometimes the reset button is pushed well before a franchise has explored every avenue and fully run its course. While other times, starting with a clean slate can be a way of injecting some much needed new energy into a franchise. Our panel discusses the subject of reboots and tries to uncover just how necessary a tool they are for creators.

Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Secret Identities Revealed
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
The Secret Identity is a staple of superhero stories dating back to before the genre was even created. It's been a key component to some of the world's most beloved heroes. Superman, Spider-Man, Batman; but has the trope had its day? The panel discusses the role of the secret identity in this modern era of storytelling to see if there is still value to maintaining the charade of a mild-mannered alter ego.

Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
We Get Animated About DC Animated Original Movies
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
Warner Bros. Animation has been producing DC Universe original animated movies since 2007. Since then, a whopping 36 films have been produced and counting! Some of these films are some of the best superhero stories ever put to film and the panel discusses the many successes that this series has to offer.

Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Spotlight: Gargoyles
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Gargoyles holds a special place in the hearts of many cartoon fans. Animation in the United States was in the midst of a radical evolution during the mid-90s that balanced kid-friendly stories with more sophisticated themes and emotionality. Gargoyles and the Disney Afternoon were integral parts of this growth in children's programming. A personal favorite of the panel, who enjoyed taking a look back at this groundbreaking animated series.

Thursday Jan 23, 2020
New York... or Gotham... or Metropolis... State of Mind?
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Every superhero needs a city to defend. Every sheriff needs a town where law must be upheld. Every monster needs a place to terrify. And every story needs a setting. In this episode, the panel discusses the pros and cons of setting your story in a real-life setting or a fictional one.