In each episode, Zach breaks down a comic book character to an unsuspecting Mike. From the intriguing to the absurd, This show takes a deep dive into what makes comics great. Learn a thing or two or just stay for the ridiculousness. In this issue: PEP Comics Issue 1 (becomes Archie Comics) Introduction of The Shield (first patriotic hero) by Irving Novick; Origin First appearance of The Comet by Jack Cole, The Queen of Diamonds & Kayo Ward; The Rocket, The Press Guardian, Sergeant Boyle, Fu Chang, & Bentley of Scotland Yard. Publication Date Dec 31, 1939 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pep_Comics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices