Occupy Marvel
A look at Occupy Avengers, Champions, and Infamous Iron Man — three books that are pushing the boundaries of superhero books past comfort food.
Mark Waid
Ms. Marvel’s Fanfic Comes To Life In ‘All-New All-Different Avengers Annual’ #1
One of the greatest things about the character of Kamala Khan is that long before she became Ms. Marvel (thanks, Terrigen Mist), she was an […]
Marvel Introduces New ‘Champions’
On last week’s podcast, I mentioned that Marvel had released an image of young superheroes with a sign saying “I quit.” I speculated then that […]
‘Betty & Veronica’ & A Bunch Of Alternate Covers
This title caused a bit of controversy last summer when Archie Comics went directly to Kickstarter to fund it. Yes, it’s probably an expensive book […]
Waid and Samnee Reunite For ‘Black Widow’ #1!
Their work on Daredevil resulted in one of the most consistently great runs of the past few years, so any book by Mark Waid and Chris […]
A New Black Widow #1 from an Eisner-winning Team!
Chris Samnee is one of my favorite artists, doing work that feels classic and clean while having a modern flair. His comics feel like COMICS, […]
Review: ‘Archie’ #1
He doesn’t have superpowers. He might fight for the right, but “fighting” is really a stretch. More like he stands up for it when the […]
Comic-Con 2015: The 20th Anniversary Pro/Fan Trivia Match
For the past 19 years, in the last hour of Comic-Con, they have met on a panel and clashed over the really important matters — […]
Comic-Con 2014: The Pro/Fan Trivia Match
A reminder for those who listen to the podcast, and an announcement for those who just read the articles (and I’m grateful). Once again, Fanboy […]
Fanboy Planet Podcast #43: What’s that Lassie? Timmy’s at Super-Con?
Live from Super-Con, Ric Bretschneider, Michael Goodson, Lon Lopez and Derek McCaw talk comic books, toys and movies. Featuring interviews with Jane Wiedlin, Mark Waid, […]
Justice League: Tabula Rasa
The “tabula rasa” is the frightening adaptive android Amazo — he can mimic the Justice League’s powers, but not their wisdom…
Mark Waid Speaks
It’s been a tumultuous year and a half for Mark Waid. After penning some of the most highly regarded superhero books in the past decade, […]
Comic-Con 2001: Day One
Burbling crowds. Flashes popping. Portfolios dragging. The steady whirr of Wizard’s Wheel o’ Stuff. And videoscreens set too loudly, trying to lure passers-by into paying […]
Hey Kids! Comics! 7/12/01
Each week we let you know about the comics we buy and tell you which ones you should buy. Trust us. The Adventures of Superman […]
Hey Kids, Comics! 6/21/2001
Each week we let you know about the comics we buy and tell you which ones you should buy. Trust us. Batman: Gotham Knights #18 […]
