WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics: Recent Episodes

Adam and Michael on The Retro Network

Adam & Michael re-examine the 90's comic book boom through the pages of Wizard magazine.

We're spending the end of summer in HELL as we release this episode of 90's Super Cinema from the fiery depths of our Patreon exclusive podcast archives. Adam, Michael & Pete explore the special effects disaster that is Todd McFarlane's live action Spawn movie from 1997, while revealing deleted scenes from the movie novelization and more. Listen now, Hellspawn! NOTE: This is an UNCUT Patreon episode that features some "harsh language".

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In this jam-packed mini-episode we discuss a Casting Call for The Darkness movie, review Dale Keown's PITT issues 16 & 17, read Kevin Smith pitches for comic book movies and so much more.

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We're joined by film critic, William Bibbiani from the Critically Acclaimed Network to discuss who would win in a superhero bar brawl, Dan Jurgens and JRJR relaunching THOR, Kevin Smith in comics, the best 90's comic book colleges, first look at Batman Beyond and so much more!

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We explore the Wizard Casting Call for a Kyle Rayner Green Lantern movie and read reviews for books like X-Factor, Wonder Woman by John Byrne and Terry Moore's Strangers In Paradise. Plus, the Top 10 Comics rankings, Mort of the Month and more 90's comics nostalgia.

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Adam is joined by listener, Chris Bailey to discuss Wizard's picks for the ultimate superhero team, Rob Liefeld's Awesome Entertainment, a new direction for the X-Men and Gen 13 in 1998, the unproduced Captain America cartoon and so much more!

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For the second in our series of interviews with the creative minds behind Zenescope Entertainment, Adam & Michael talk to Dave Franchini about growing up as 90's comics kid, how he broke into the business as a professional and the secrets of writing good characters. This very fun bonus interview is provided in collaboration with Popgeeks.com.

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Welcome to Superhero Summer! The mystery is UNLOCKED from the Patreon vault for all to enjoy as Michael, Pete and Adam discuss the 1999 superhero comedy, Mystery Men from Universal Pictures. You'll learn the comic book origins of this box office flop, just how brilliant it actually is in retrospect and enjoy the never-ending barrage of laughs with this trio of movie loving geeks.

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We review the 3 launch titles from the Cliffhanger! imprint: Danger Girl, Battle Chasers and Crimson, then explore Wizard's reviews of Heroes For Hire, Green Arrow, Major Bummer and Transmetropolitan. Plus, Mort of the Month, contest giveaways and more.

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Robert Clarke-Chan from Knowing Is Half The Podcast and AE Doubleback joins Adam to discuss Wizard magazine's opinion on how Marvel messed up Spider-Man, the launch of the Cliffhanger imprint, the rise of Tim Drake Robin, pro wrestler Sting stealing his look from The Crow, Chan's former addiction to Magic: The Gathering and so much more.

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In collaboration with Popgeeks.com, Adam & Michael are doing a 3-part exploration into the comics coming from Zenescope Entertainment, of which Michael is a super-fan. In this first interview with Editor In Chief, David Wohl, we examine the process of turning classic literary icons into grounded, butt-kicking, sexy comic book heroines for the modern day. Plus, we discuss Wohl's work with Top Cow on Witchblade in the 90's and why Wizard magazine was the perfect platform for promoting his comic book projects.

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More excitement from Wizard's 1997 year-end blockbuster issue as we explore hilarious letters from comic book pros like Jim Lee and Joe Quesada, tip-toe through the minefield that is Wizard's Top 10 Politically Incorrect Heroes & Villains, explore wild quotes from Todd McFarlane and lots more fun!

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We're joined by former Wizard magazine Staffer and comic book creator, Michael Dolce to hear his story of growing up near the Wizard offices and working his way through the ranks of The Guide To Comics over a 5 year period, to pursues his dream of publishing his creator-owned series, The Sire. Behind the scenes stories abound as we learn about the best convention bar to find comic book pros after hours, how to turn a prank into a comic book cover and so much more!

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Former WIZARDS co-host, Steven Tsapelas returns to the podcast for an exploration of the 1997 "Giant Year-End Blockbuster" issue, which contains an amazing interview with Todd McFarlane, an X-Men movie Casting Call, Wizard's picks for the best comics of 1997 and SO MUCH MORE!

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Welcome to Superhero Summer! UNLEASHED from the Patreon asylum to your bat-ears is our review of Batman Forever from 1995, which was originally part of our exclusive 90's Super Cinema series. Join Michael, Adam and Pete as they examine the neon lights and garish sights of this Joel Schumacher film starring Jim Carrey, Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Nicole Kidman and Chris O'Donnell. This is the first of 4 bonus episodes to be released as part of Superhero Summer, so stay tuned Geeks!

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We're joined by former Wizard cartoonist, Brian Douglas Ahern to hear his unbelievable story of jumping from Comics Buyer's Guide to The Guide To Comics. Plus behind the scenes stories on creating the iconic Wizard calendars and comics, why he was the only one who LOVED working on Bean Power magazine and why Wizard had the best Editors in the business. This energetic interview is one for the ages, listen now!

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We examine a Sin City movie Casting Call from 1997, discover an exclusive Heroes Return variant cover, get to know Randy Queen of Darkchylde fame. Plus comic reviews in The Skinny, contest giveaways, top 10 comics and more. Listen now!

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Adam is joined by Dalibor Žujović aka #IndieHypeMan of Catalyst magazine to get into many discussions about the talented (and not so talented) writers and artists of 90's comics found in Wizard 76. We talk George Perez, Superman Red and Blue, DC Comics Dream Teams, obscure small press comics, way too much Gen13 and so much more.

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We're joined by Peter Melnick from The Marvelists podcast to explore Marvel's Heroes Return Wizard Special Publication from 1997. In the best kind of geeky discussion where we debate who would win in a battle between The Avengers, what went wrong with Kurt Busiek's Iron Man, the best Marvel villain and drop plenty of hot takes.

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Adam & Michael are joined by 7 awesome listeners, making their selections for the ultimate 90's superhero team, in our 1st Annual Fantasy Superhero Draft. Watch the fun as these mighty geeks battle it out for the top talent, in order to win a HUGE 90's comic book grab bag.

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Superman turns electric blue! Wizard finds out who really should have won in DC versus Marvel! Peter David mocks Marvel! Gen 13 is the most 90s book ever! Plus, find out about the return of WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics and more!

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We are joined by a panel of former Wizard magazine staffers including Brian Cunningham, Doug Goldstein, Mike Fasolo and Steve Blackwell to pay tribute to their friend and former Editor In Chief of Wizard, Pat McCallum, who passed away in 2022. Hilarious memories and touching stories of a man who made life more fun for all who knew him are shared in this very special episode.

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Top 10 lists abound from the Wizard 1996 Year-End issue, plus Adam reviews the Kesel/Nord run of Daredevil, reveals an outtake from Episode 65 and did you know there was an X-Men themed Laser Tag? All this and more 90's comics nostalgia. Listen now!

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For the 1996 Year-Ender we're joined by Dean Compton from The Unspoken Decade blog to tackle the tough geek questions: Was Hero Illustrated better than Wizard? Was DC better than Marvel in the 90's? Did Rob Liefeld dominate comic book controversy in 1996? Plus a Savage Dragon Casting Call, discussion of what makes a good comic book crossover and more 90's comic book nostalgia.

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We discuss a Star Trek Casting Call with Jeff from the Trekology podcast, read vintage reviews Gen 13 JLA & Daredevil, the Wizard staffers party 'til they puke and a defense of ROB LIEFELD? Plus Mort of the Month, contests and more!

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We're joined by Andrew Cahak of the Life Was Peachy podcast to discuss the 10 year anniversary of The Dark Knight Returns, the legacy of Angela from Spawn, the return of the one true Spider-Man, the state of the Comics Code Authority in 1996, plus ROB LIEFELD SPEAKS about his departure from Image Comics. All this and plenty of laughs on the latest episode of WIZARDS!

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Adam reviews the Gen 13 thirteenth issue crossover extravaganza, explores The Ultimate Warrior doing 90's comics, Top 10 Ugliest Heroes and Villains, Mort of the Month, contests and more!

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Michael explains the 1st annual Fantasy Superhero Draft Zoom event taking place on Thursday, October 13th from 8:30pm EST-10:30pm EST, where 8 lucky listeners can join the WIZARDS hosts to create the ultimate superhero team and win a WIZARDS Prize Pack. The rules are explained in this special podcast, but you'll get more out of the video presentation on the WIZARDS Podcast YouTube Channel at this link https://youtu.be/VxI8utNCqC0

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It's the Wizard Halloween issue, packed with tricks and treats. Superman gets hitched! Top Cow's blade gets witched! Liefeld gets ditched! A Preacher movie gets pitched! All this and so much more in this nostalgic sugar rush of an episode.

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Adam reviews the Marvel and Top Cow Devil's Reign crossover event from '96, examines the Wizard Scavenger Hunt, a profile on J. Scott Campbell and more. Plus, Michael teases the upcoming Fantasy Superhero Draft.

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We're back, Geeks! Adam & Michael are joined by Mike Schwartz aka 50centcomiccollector to talk Wizard trying to force a Spawn/Spider-Man crossover into existence, the canceled Gen13/Batman crossover, a Kingdom Come Casting Call, the 90's origins of Marvel Studios and more comic book nostalgia!

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Adam & Michael preview the upcoming special events to come for the WIZARDS podcast in 2022, talk about the comics they've been reading and explain the upcoming Superhero Fantasy Draft!

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Adam & Michael are joined by WIZARDS listeners Josh, Lee and Neil for a very special Zoom event to talk about their varying degrees of fandom for Wolverine in comic books, alternate casting for the live action movies, best artists, writers and more. Plus, the guests compete in a Wolverine trivia competition that builds to a nail-biting conclusion. So listen now, Bub!

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On this "Micro-Mini" episode, Adam & Michael invite YOU to join us for a special ZOOM event discussion of everybody's favorite mutant Wolverine, taking place on September 1st, 2022 at 9:30pm EST. Plus we reveal the winner of the Heroes Reborn 1/2 issue giveaway contest!

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The WIZARDS master computer had a meltdown, so Adam had to go rogue and record this mini-episode UNPLUGGED in order to review the DC/Marvel ALL ACCESS mini-series from 1996 and announce a contest where you can win a copy of Heroes Reborn Wizard 1/2! Plus contests, Mort of the Month and more!

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Adam and Michael explore Wizard's reaction to Marc Silvestri leaving Image, the greatest character transformations in X-Men comics and tons of comic book crossovers. Plus Spawn gets the HEAVY METAL treatment, more Heroes Reborn news, an update on the unproduced Gen 13 video game and so much more!

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Prolific comic book Writer, Ron Marz joins Adam & Steven Tsapelas to share his stories from writing 90's comics like Green Lantern, DC vs Marvel, Witchblade, his journey at Crossgen and more. Plus, an unforgettable photo shoot for Wizard magazine!

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Adam reviews the Robin II: The Joker's Wild mini-series, discovers how an issue of Wizard magazine was made and explores famous quotes from 5 years of The Guide to Comics. Plus, Mort of the Month, Top 10 Comics, Wizard contests and more!

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For the Wizard 5th Anniversary issue, Adam is joined by comic book illustrator, Adam Riches to discuss Toy Biz merchandise, Scud: The Disposable Assassin, Marc Silvestri leaving Image, The Anti-Gravity Room on Sci-Fi channel, the Wizard Staff predicts the next 5 years of comic book news and so much more!

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Comics veteran, Jimmy Palmiotti joins Adam & Michael to share stories from the 90's comics boom, entering the Wizard magazine inner circle, prank calling other comic book pros and more hilarious stories.

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Adam reviews Legionnaires/Legion of Super Heroes from DC Comics and explores a superhero high school yearbook. Plus, Mort of the Month, Top 10 Comics, Wizard contests and more!

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Adam is joined by an all-star trio of Wizard Staffers, Justin Aclin, TJ Dietsch & Chris Ward to discuss Marvel's Onslaught, a Fantastic Four Casting Call, Frank Miller vs Wizard magazine and more 90's comics nostalgia!

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Adam reviews the video game tie-in X-O Manowar and Iron Man in Heavy Metal crossover comic and gets to the bottom of Matrix comics becoming Helix comics. Plus, Mort of the Month, Top 10 Comics, Wizard contests and more!

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Gabe from GabeLoves90sComic returns for discussions about DC's Kingdom Come, unresolved X-Men plotlines, the new face of Spawn and more 90's comic book hype!

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Todd McFarlane's Spawn from Image Comics celebrates it's 30th anniversary this June! To mark the occasion Adam is joined by Ty Diaz aka #spawnhunter, owner of one of the largest collections of Spawn memorabilia in the world, to explore the history of the character as presented in the Wizard Spawn Tribute Special Edition from 1996. It's a HELL of a good time, so listen now!

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Adam is joined by Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to review Hitman from DC Comics, plus Adam's high school pals sit in for a The Simpsons movie Casting Call, Mort of the Month and more 90's comics nostalgia.

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Dave Olbrich, host of Geekview Tavern on YouTube and co-founder of Malibu Comics joins Adam and Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to reveal behind the scenes stories from the launch of Image Comics, the origins of the Ultraverse and more comics history, in this very fun interview organized in collaboration with the Super Blog Team Up.

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Former X-Men Assistant Editor, Jason Liebig takes Adam & Michael behind the scenes of the Marvel Bullpen during Heroes Reborn, the world of Toy Biz action figures and unbelievable stories of Stan Lee during our nearly 2 hour long conversation of AMAZING comic book insider details you won't hear anywhere else!

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Michael and Adam have a blast talking Mort of the Month, the Top 10 Comics List, Wizard contests and more!

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Former Wizard magazine staff member, Ben Morse joins Adam to talk Amalgam, Manga influencing American comics, Amalgam, New Warriors vs Gen 13, Amalgam, a Daredevil Casting Call and did we mention Amalgam? All this and more 90's comics fun (plus Amalgam), so press play, Geeks!

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Adam reviews Spider-Man Legacy of Evil by Kurt Busiek & Mark Texeira, plus Wizard contests, Mort of the Month and more!

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Jason Inman, co-host of the Geek History Lesson podcast joins Adam and Michael to talk Lee & Liefeld returning to Marvel for Heroes Reborn, Kurt Busiek, Mark Waid and more...TERRY MOORE! This is what it's like when Geeks collide!

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Adam reviews the final issue of Neil Gaiman's Sandman, plus contests, Wizard's Top 10 comics list and more surprises.

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Chad Young from Horror Movie BBQ joins Michael & Adam to talk DC vs Marvel, Casting Call for a Dark Knight Returns movie, the 1st ever Wizard autograph price guide and so much more. This one gets wild. Listen now!

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Shawn Robare joins us to talk Casting Call for 90's indie comics movies, Adam reviews Gen 13 issues 6 & 7 by Jim Lee, plus contests and Wizard comics picks!

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The very funny, Bob Winters joins us to look back at the comics highlights of 1995, discuss the Spider-Man Clone Saga and Stan Lee. Plus, if you thought "the creator of Bloodwulf" hated us before, you ain't seen nothin' yet, Geeks.

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Adam reviews Sensational Spider-Man #0 and Ben Reilly's first story arc in the new Spidey costume. Plus Wizard contests, Top 10 comics and the secret origin of Keep Squeezin Them Monkeys Lad!

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Adam is joined by his "surly" wife, "Dr. Kristin", to explore the Wizard Bad Girls Special issue from 1996. It's 90 minutes of 90's era comics "babes" sporting out-of-proportion boobs n' butts with commentary from the female perspective. Lady Death, Shi, Vampirella, Angela and the rest are all here. Strap in, Geeks!

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X-Files Fan Fiction enthusiast, Annie Flowers and her husband, Steven Tsapelas join Adam to talk about The X-Files phenomenon, Dale Keown taking forever to publish PITT comics, Alan Moore writing for Image, the lost Green Lantern video game and more 90's comics nostalgia.

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Adam is joined by Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to deliver dueling reviews of the Angela and Avengelyne mini-series. Plus, Wizard contest giveaways and a wild essay on collecting by Harlan Ellison from the 1996 Wizard Annual Price Guide.

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Adam & Michael are joined by the very fun Gabe from GabeLoves90'sComics to talk the Marvel vs DC crossover event, the final days of the X-Men animated series, a preview of Witchblade, the Kubert brothers, Chris Claremont and more 90's comics fun!

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We talk to comic book artist, Charlie LaGreca Valesco about how attending The Joe Kubert School led to a job in the DC Comics Bullpen working on covers for The Death of Superman in the early 90's, getting published in Disney Adventures magazine, founding comic conventions and more in this very entertaining interview!

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Adam reviews the first 10 issues of Kurt Busiek's Astro City, explores the 3rd Annual Wizard Scavenger Hunt, plus more contests, Top 10 Comics and more!

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In this milestone episode you'll learn how Gareb Shamus scored the original cover art of Spider-Man 1 from Todd McFarlane while commissioning the drawing for the 1st issue of Wizard and more secrets of The Guide To Comics. Plus, a special musical sendoff for one of our hosts. After Episode 50 of WIZARDS, nothing will be the same...

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Adam reviews Bloodpool from Extreme Studios! Plus reports on California comic book stores, Wizard contests and a special interview guest. So many surprises await in this installment of WIZARDS ½ so listen now!

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Adam & Michael are joined by Jeff from the Trekology podcast to talk Joe Madureira on X-Men, the 70’s Spider-Man rock musical, read vintage reviews of Batman Forever by comic book pros and more! Plus, we pick the winners of the Prophet action figure giveaway!

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For the AMAZING 30th interview of The Wizard Files, Adam & Steven are swinging back in time to get some SPECTACULAR stories from Jerry Colpitts, the official costumed Spider-Man for Marvel Comics from 1978-2001! Learn how Jerry spun a WEB of joy across the world for 23 years with Stan Lee and many others in this heartwarming interview.

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Adam Reviews the Gen 13 "Island Adventure", saga, plus comic book contests and the Wizard's Top 10 Comics list!

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Adam is joined by Dan Larson, host of Toy Galaxy on YouTube and Chris Bailey aka charlton_hero to talk comic book swiping, a Justice League Casting Call, Spider-Man The Animated Series action figures and more!

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Adam reviews Neil Gaiman's Mr. Hero from Tekno Comix. Plus, a WIZARDS contest where you can win a vintage, limited edition Prophet action figure and more 90's comics fun!

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It's comic book movie mania as @PaxtonHolley and @ShawnRobare from the Cult Film Club podcast join Adam to talk the state of superhero movies of the 90's, the lost Michelle Pfeiffer Catowman movie, John Byrne being a jerk, Trent Kaniuga's CREED comics and more!

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Adam reviews Marvel's hip, new Doctor Strange revamp from 1995, gets roasted by the Wizard Fine Print, revisits the Top 10 Comics and more!

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Adam is joined by former Wizard Editor, Brian Cunningham and 90's comic book store owner, Sean Aune who provide hilarious and insightful behind the scenes details on the comics news of 1995 including the humble beginnings of Todd McFarlane's toy empire and the origin of his E.G.O. column in Wizard, plus SO MUCH MORE 90's comics nostalgia..Don't miss this one, Geeks!

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Adam is joined by Chris Bailey aka @charlton_hero to review Lady Death: Between Heaven & Hell. Plus Wizard April Fool's Day gags and more 90's comics nostalgia.

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Adam is joined by Michael May and Rob Graham of the AfterLunch podcast to talk about Marc Silvestri, Jim Shooter, Adam Hughes, Mark Waid and more icons of the 90's in this hilarious comic book conversation.
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This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is jam packed with Adam Reviews WarChild from Maximum Press, J. Scott Campbell sits in on the Top 10 Comics list, Contests, Mort of the Month & More!

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Michael & Adam talk Gen 13 #1, N*DE variant comic book covers, SCUD The Disposable Assassin, harpoon hand Aquaman and more 90's comics nostalgia.

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Former comic book retailer, Wizard magazine toy columnist and action figure price guide guru, Sean Aune joins us to reveal the untold pre-history of ToyFare magazine, the highs of the Power Rangers figure phenomenon, why Adam's complete The Shadow toy collection will always be worthless and so much more!

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In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2, Adam reveals the truth about the lost WIZARDS 2021 Halloween Special, wild Wizard Contests and Mort of the Month!

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In this special edition of WIZARDS Adam talks Star Trek comic books with the hosts of the Trekology podcast!

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Former Wizard Associate Editor, Jesse Thompson talks comics, conventions, going on assignment as an extra in The Punisher starring Thomas Jane and barely making the cut on screen.

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James Robinson's Starman! Mark Waid on The Flash! Joe Quesada teases Todd McFarlane! Plus, discover which overblown trading card set made Adam quit collecting in 1995!

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The creator of Shi, Billy Tucci joins us to reveal how he is launched his comics career as a "nice guy", the 90's "Bad Girl" craze, what happened to the Tia Carrere Shi movie and more.

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In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Adam is joined by @Charlton_Hero aka Chris Bailey to review Shi: Way of the Warrior issues 1-4, explore comic based contests and more nostalgic fun.

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Comic book writer, historian and original Editor of ToyFare magazine, Scott Beatty joins us to talk about creating exclusive action figures for the magazine, adventures at Toy Fair trade shows and more!

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Michael & Steven return to the show in time to talk the debut of Alex Ross, Casting Call for a 90's Spider-Man movie, Marvel buying Malibu comics and more!

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90's Super Cinema Returns as Michael, Steven & his wife, Annie Flowers discuss Batman Returns from 1992. This episode was previously locked away in the "Podcast Cave", but is now available for all Bat-Fans to enjoy!

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Former Wizard Editor, Andy Serwin joins us to tell tales from over a decade behind the scenes at Wizard magazine including the joys of pitting comics characters against each other monthly in Last Man Standing, phone calls from Stan Lee, enduring the final days of Wizard magazine and more!

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Is it WIZARDS 1/2 or WIZARDS Plus as Adam digs deep into the 300 page issue 41 to find a hilarious dig at Rob Liefeld in the contest fine print, bids farewell to Hunk & Babe of the Month and reviews several X-Men tie-in issues of the Age of Apocalypse event at Marvel Comics.

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The crew from Dollar Bin Bandits join Adam to cover the 300 Page 1994 Year End Spectacular!
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This interview is ROCKIN' top to bottom with former Wizard Managing Editor, Andrew Kardon. Hear about Dee Snider from Twisted Sister visiting the Wizard offices, a nerdy dinner with Mark Hamill, the secret origin of Twisted ToyFare Theatre and more!

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This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is pure FIRE as Adam reviews ASH by Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti, plus a special Halloween list of Top 10 Heroes and Villains, Hunk & Babe of the Month, Contest comedy and more!

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Adam is joined by the "Canadian Connection" of Michael Schwartz (@50centcomiccollector) and returning guest, Chris Bailey (@charlton_hero) to talk Greg Capullo on Spawn, Roger Corman comic books, Frank Miller's praise for Image Comics, the shocking final days of Dr. Frederick Wertham, the history of horror comics and a major milestone for Jim and Todd's Hype Machine tally. Sounds fun, eh?

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Prepare to get THE TRUTH about Wizard magazine from former Price Guide Manager, Lars Pearson, who drops MASSIVE revelations about how the values of your comic book collection were determined in the 90's. Plus, the lost Wizard TV pilot, convention Super Wedgies and more!

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In this edition of Wizards 1/2 we dig through the fine print in the Wizard contests to find hidden jokes, review Dick Grayson's short run as Batman, blush at the return of Hunk & Babe of the Month and more!

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Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wizard magazine with a panel of former staff members from The Guide To Comics, ToyFare and Anime Insider for the WIZARDS 30th Reunion Roundtable. Listen in as the Wizard Press alumni go hilariously off-track with wild behind the scenes stories while attempting to pitch an imaginary retrospective issue of the magazine.
WARNING: This podcast contains salty language, bathroom humor and utter nonsense, but if you ever read these publications in their prime you wouldn't expect anything less!

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Here's a sneak peek at the WIZARD 30th Reunion Roundtable event where more than a dozen former staff members from Wizard, ToyFare and Anime Insider reunited to tell wild stories of their time creating your favorite nerd pop culture magazines. The full episode will be released on Wednesday, August 18th, 2021 so subscribe to WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics today.

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Adam is joined by Tom from Toy-Lines.com this episode to talk action figure news from San Diego ComicCon 1994, Greg Capullo on Spawn and multiple run-ins with Erik Larsen. Plus dream super hero battles & more!

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Adam reviews the comics debut of the Spider-Clone Ben Reilly aka The Scarlet Spider! Plus Wizard contests, Top 10 Heroes & Villains and more!

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We're thrilled to be talking to Arlene So, a Wizard Designer/Art Director of 15+ years about her cosplay adventures at office Halloween parties, mingling with rock star comic book fans and running a profitable side business inside the Wizard offices.

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Adam is joined by "Bad Boys" William Bruce West & Kevin Hellions to talk about the Bad Girls comics trend, Marvel Masterpieces 1994 trading cards and why Gen13 should stay in the 90's. Plus, how William got BLOCKED by J.Scott Campbell and SO MUCH MORE!

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In 1994 DC Comics decided to clean up their continuity (again) with Zero Hour: Crisis In Time. Join Adam and Michael as they explore the Wizard magazine special issue devoted to the past, present & future of DC Comics, then review this 90's comics crossover event with a lot of laughs along the way.

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Tom Palmer, Jr joins us to reveal how he began writing Palmer's Picks for Wizard in high school and taught readers about the world beyond the capes, eventually graduating to being Editor of ToyFare. Plus learn which infamous office pranks Tom contributed to and read his 6 year run on the column at palmerspicks.com!

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How do you kill The Incredible Hulk? Try teaming him with a Russian spy, who takes on many identities, but is not Black Widow...or is she? Steven Tsapelas is the ring leader for this discussion about the 1990 TV movie Death of the Incredible Hulk, guiding Adam and Michael through the fascinating history of Bill Bixby and Lou Ferrigno's final adventure, which almost teamed the Green Goliath with a black costumed Spider-Man or a She-Hulk! Listen now for all the details!

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In the edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Adam reviews all 6 books in the Image X-Month event and though Whilce Portacio isn't part of it, his variant covers are all over the Top 10 Comics list. Plus Hunk & Babe, Wizard Contests and more!

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This time around we're getting out of the bullpen to unlock the mysteries of the Wizard Warehouse with Chad Gaver. Discover what it was like to grow up near the Wizard offices in Congers, NY and then achieve the dream of working for The Guide To Comics in this fascinating interview. Heroclix, Half Issues and Exclusives, oh my!

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Rob Liefeld DOMINATES issues 37 of Wizard because "The Blood Is Back"! Liefeld conquers the Guide To Comics to announce his return to writing and drawing Youngblood. There' s no denying it, this the most Liefeld-filled episode of WIZARDS ever! We even include a musical tribute to Rob Liefeld which may be why Michael has a breakdown on air by the end of the podcast. So hold onto your pouches and protect those tiny feet, because you're about to get ROB'd!

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This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 features a review of Whilce Portacio's long-delayed WetWorks #1-3, find out which "Bad Girl" broke up the "Boys Club" on the Top 10 Heroes and Villains list, Image variant covers dominate the Top 10 and we get the final count of how many cats were on the cover of Wizard issue 33!

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Our interview with former Wizard Copy Editor, Greg Orlando is a fascinating and hilarious journey through The Guide To Comics in its glory days of the 90's. Hear how Greg was framed for the original Wizard office prank, the truth behind the Casting Call feature planning sessions, why he needed a "translator" for Grant Morrison interviews and so much more! Prepare to be ORLANDO'd!

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For this episode Adam and Michael are joined by the very funny Stephen Sajdak from the We Hate Movies podcast to get geeky about Marvel's Spider-Clone saga, the Maximum Carnage video game, a Jack Kirby career retrospective, Jae Lee's Hellshock comics and more. Don't forget, you can get a 10% discount on your next order from our sponsor Fun.com by shopping at this link now https://www.fun.com/exclusives.html?n=1&?CouponCode=trnsummer2021 !

In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Adam reviews John Byrne's BABE mini-series, Michael takes us back in time to the movies and music of July 1994, plus Mort of the Month, Hunk & Babe and more!
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This episode we're talking classic comics tough guys with our Wolverine and Conan The Barbarian expert, Jeff aka @NLogan77. Plus did Rob Liefeld inspire The Winter Soldier with his Prophet character? All this and more 90's comic book nostalgia!

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This time around we're joined by Wizard,ToyFare and Anime Insider alumni, Rob Bricken who tells us how he became the resident Anime and Manga Expert at Wizard by default, why collecting toys is like a drug addiction, how he continued the pop culture nerd news tradition by running the Topless Robot website and more behind the scenes stories.

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Our Patreon is no more and so the 90's Super Cinema podcast is being released from behind the paywall to you, our loyal listeners as a series bonus episodes. We invite you to join Michael and Steven for the first installment covering Tim Burton's Batman from 1989. The ultimate summer blockbuster of the 80's and birth of a cinematic icon is deserving of their in-depth discussion. So fire up your Batmobile and feel the podcast power.

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In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 the hosts review Jeff Smith's Bone #1, Michael brings back the Waverider's Wayback Machine for tons of 1994 pop culture and Adam digs into all the Wizard contest giveaway details. Plus Hunk and Babe, Homemade Heroes and Top 10 lists!

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A classic issue leads to a classic episode of WIZARDS as Adam, Michael & Steven get geeky about the fall of Hal Jordan in Emerald Twilight, the origins of Jeff Smith's Bone comics, the Marvel mutants of Generation X and more. Plus a new drinking game for every time we pick on Rob Liefeld that will leave you blitzed by the end of the episode. It's wild, it's wacky, it's WIZARDS!

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This time around we're joined by Rus Wooton, former Online Assistant Editor of the Wizard website and current professional comics Letterer on such books as Invincible, the Walking Dead and more shares his stories of accidentally scooping Wizard magazine on the web, how his Halloween costume became a lifelong fashion statement and a near death experience in front of Gareb Shamus!

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Adam, Michael & Steven have a blast flipping through this classic issue to discuss Catwoman's controversial new look, the death of Jack Kirby, exciting new X-Men figures from Toy Fair '94 and Mike Allred's Madman comics.Plus what did Adam think of Chris Claremont's The Hunstmen debuting in WildC.A.T.s and more 90's comic book nostalgia.

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Wizard magazine LOVED Valiant comics and this Special Edition magazine, The Beginning of the Valiant Era is a love letter to the house that Jim Shooter built (then was kicked out of). Chris Bailey aka @Charlton_Hero joins Adam to deep dive into the world of Solar, X-O Manowar, Shadowman, Turok, Ninjak, Magnus Robot Fighter & More with a healthy dose of adoration and mockery in this full length bonus episode. It's the ultimate 90's comic book exploration, so listen now!

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On this installment of the Wizard Files we are joined by Co-President of Archie Comics, prolific author and former Wizard Associate Editor, Alex Segura who reveals how he used to scoop Wizard while writing for Newsarama, becoming buddies with Brad Meltzer and Jimmy Palmiotti, plus what it was like pitching Wizard on stories from the other side while working for DC Comics.

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This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of surprises. Find out which Marvel comic of the 90's made Steven cry, Michael discovers a new super-heroine he doesn;t hate and Adam reviews Ghost Rider 2099! Plus there were so many awesome giveaway contests in Wizard 32 we had to give them their own segment!

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Adam returns to the podcast just in time to join Michael and Steven in reviewing both Batman/SPAWN crossovers, dissecting the Wizard Scavenger Hunt, exploring Jim Valentino's ShadowHawk, sampling Swedish Death metal songs about Wolverine and witnessing Todd McFarlane defend Rob Liefeld against the haters!

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This edition of The Wizard Files is "Going Hollywood" as we talk with former Wizard Staff Writer, Todd Casey about heading "Out West" to do set visits for Catwoman & Constantine, then hobnobbing with Jeph & Geoff at their office bungalow. Plus, the legend of "Convention Joe", covert interviews with comics legend, Jim Steranko, Wizard office hijinks and more!

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In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Michael deals with the fallout from his disregard for ElfQuest during "Cannetti's Revenge" and goes through the inaugural Top 10 Heroes & Villains list with Steven. Adam reviews Gen 13 1/2 and issue #0, then debuts an original song inspired by "Fairchild". Plus Homemade Heroes, Hunk & Babe of the Month, Top 10 comics and more!

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This April Fool’s Day, we invite you to experience the EXPLOSIVE 1st episode of HEROES: The Illustrated Podcast. Join cousins Joey J., BLAZE and Kurt as they take you back to the 90’s comic scene through the pages of HERO Illustrated, the ultimate comics magazine. Learn why HERO was better than Wizard and well…not much else. This is the most EXTREME version of 90’s comics nostalgia, so subscribe now, Suckers! Plus, special bonus commentary on HERO Illustrated from former Wizard editor, Brian Cunningham.

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Episode 15 of The Wizard Files features the Titanic Tale of TJ Dietsch, a comics fan who worked his way up from intern, to Research Assistant, to Associate Editor of ToyFare and witnessed the final days of Wizard magazine. Hear stories of an unproduced Stan Lee Tribute issue (he was fine), whether or not TJ is Alex Ross’ wife and Wizard volunteers playing “Human Traffic Cones”. Listen now for all the behind the scenes fun.

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What exactly is Cannetti’s Revenge? With Adam returning next episode, he gave Michael free reign to do whatever he wanted for the coverage of issue 31. The Result? This is the most OUT OF CONTROL edition of WIZARDS ever! Michael is cussing up a storm while hopped up on Caffeinated Booze and ends up more lost than usual as Steven tries to get him to talk about John Byrne and the crew launching LEGEND, Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon, the legacy of ElfQuest and more 90’s comic book news. It’s raucous, it’s rowdy, it’s ridiculous…it’s Cannetti’s Revenge!

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"Villains are a superstitious and cowardly lot", so join the WIZARDS crew and special guest, John Torrani as they dive into THE DARK BOOK by Wizard magazine and learn the secrets of the most villainous characters in comics. The Top 5 Villains will SHOCK you, the Villain Hall of Shame will MOCK you and if you tweet at Rob Liefeld he'll BLOCK you (just kidding). The Dark Book is Special Edition magazine worthy of devious discussion, so listen or die...or just listen. The choice is yours.

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Mike Fasolo, Emmy Award winning writer for Robot Chicken and former Head of Research at Wizard magazine joins us to share his unique perspective on working at the Guide To Comics from 1994-2001. Hear tales of late night Magic:The Gathering sessions with the InQuest crew, ExLax Brownie pranks, "selling out" to join the "Upstairs People" and a Gorilla attack? Yes, it's true! This episode has it all, so listen now.

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On this Mini-Episode the crew discuss the Top 10 Comics list, the winners of the Midnight Sons custom action figure contest and the history of Ashcan comics. Plus Adam reviews the original Gen 13 mini-series from Image and you'll get a preview of our Patreon Exclusive discussion of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie from 1990!

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This time around we're Gabbin' with Goldstein, Doug Goldstein! Known these days as a producer/writer of Robot Chicken and creator of Devil May Care, Doug tells stories of his early days as a founding contributor to Wizard magazine who literally gave the shirt off his back (and a whole lot more) for The Guide To Comics over the years. Plus we get the final word on the 30 year old question, "Could Iron Man defeat the X-Men?" and more behind the scenes fun!

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"This podcast sucks!" "Shut up, Butthead. WIZARDS Rules!"
Episode 30 is worthy of Cornholi as Michael and Steven are joined by Stacey Rader aka @Geeky_Vixen to talk action figures, Beavis and Butthead at Marvel comics, action figures, why 90's Iron Man was boring and did we mention action figures? So join the WIZARDS crew as they play with their toys.

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For Episode 12 we're going back to the beginning of Wizard, with a man who was there before the magazine even existed! Brian Cunningham was a stalwart during his 15 year career as an Editor for the Guide To Comics and gives us his oh so humble take on the rise and fall of this influential publication. Plus, Brian reveals the culprit behind the biggest prank ever perpetrated in the Wizard offices and more behind the scenes fun!

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This MEGA-EPISODE is more than just our standard WIZARDS 1/2 content. To complete our coverage of the 300 page year ender, we've compiled another full length episode filled with lists covering the best comics and action figures of 1993, Wizard's predictions for 2004 and the biggest changes to major characters. Plus, Adam kicks off the new Gen13 Line segment with behind the scenes stories of the book's origin, name change and delayed release. While you enjoy the fun, we're gonna go take a nap, WHEW!

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Issue 29 of Wizard is a 300 Page Year End Spectacular! Michael and Steven are joined by comics fan funny man, Bob Winters to look back on the trends and tragedies of comics in 1993, while exploring the promised new era of gimmick-free greatness in 1994. Discussion topics include Zero Issues, Rob Liefeld's unproduced Youngblood cartoon, Fleer Ultra X-men trading cards, the POGs craze and so much more!

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Former Staff Writer, Kiel Phegley joins us this time around to discuss why he interned at DC before joining the team at The Guide To Comics, tells the legend of "Mantern", how he created controversy for Alex Ross and reveals what it takes to get FIRED from Wizard.

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We love our listeners, so here's a Bonus Episode for you to enjoy this Valentine's Day. It's a LOVE STORY as we explore the romantic life of Bruce Wayne in the 1993 animated film, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. Adam, Michael and Steven are joined by animation buff, Erik Johnson @illustratorerik to dive deep on this box office flop that has become revered among Bat-Fans and kids of the 90's. Listen to geeky gabbin' now!

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Calling this a Mini-Episode is selling it short, this WIZARDS ½ installment is crammed full of comics fun! Steven and Michael break down WIZARDS Top 10 Comics list, while Adam reviews the 1993 DC Comics Bloodlines event. Plus more changes as we present the final Amazing Art segment and Michael morphs the Contest Quiz into a giveaway where YOU can win. Hunks, Babes and so much more. Listen now!

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Aye Caramba! Episode 28 is packed with radioactive retro comics fun as Adam, Michael & Steven are joined by Erik Johnson aka @illustratorerik to explore the launch of Bongo Comics featuring The Simpsons, interviews with comics legends John Byrne, Barry Windsor-Smith, Sam Keith and Joe Quesada. Plus the crew learn previously unrevealed “secrets” about Adam, review The Good Guys by DEFIANT and somehow end up discussing the “The Long Island Lolita”. It's geeky, it's groovy, it's totally 90's!

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This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of new segments and special guests! Michael & Steven review the Top 10 Comics of October 1993, Adam reviews the Marvel 2099 Comics crossover "Fall of the Hammer" and discover what books Michael's been reading lately. Plus our Hunk and Babe of the Month gets a female perspective as @AnnieXFlowers joins the mini-episode crew. All this and more!

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BONUS EPISODE! Join Adam and Steven as they go back in time to explore the wonders of ComicFest '93 through the pages of the Wizard Souvenir Program Guide to the event. Special guest, Dean aka @RevengerLamar actually attended the convention and shares awesome stories of seeing totally 90's costumed characters, promotional merchandise and even a run-in with Gareb Shamus himself!

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! It's time to experience the ultimate shameless 90's comics podcast gimmick, WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics! Ready to get EXTREME and join the Cool C.O.R.P.S. to become one of the WIZARDS elite? Listen as Adam explains all the perks you'll get by becoming a Patreon member and figure out which rewards will make you geek heart glow. We're excited to bring you even more of our brand of retro comics fun, so take a listen now!

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Exciting announcements abound on Episode 27 as Michael and Adam reveal the identity of their NEW co-host and the details of WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics! Plus discussions of Jim Lee’s plans for the future of WildC.A.T.S franchise, Alan Moore’s legacy in comics, the hottest new artists of 1993, Manga in America, Jeff Smith’s Bone comics and more!

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In this mini-episode Michael explores reader art, fan-made comic heroes, custom action figures found in Wizard number 26 and gets help from the listeners to complete the Spider-Man themed contest quiz. Plus, Adam gets sexy with the Hunk and Babe of the Month and reviews Spider-man 2099 issues 11-15 on the 2099 Hotline.

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Adam and Michael are joined by @regalfan aka Jody Yerdon for Episode 26 to explore the unraveling of DC's Crisis On Infinite Earths in 1993, debate whether artist Mark Bagley revealed the ture original concept sketch for Carnage, Valiant Vision 3-D gimmick, Liefeld leaving EXTREME Studios and just what are the scariest comics stories? Plus a review of Elseworlds "Superman: Speeding Bullets" and more 90s comic book geekery.

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On episode 10 of The Wizard Files we're joined by Brian Warmoth, who reveals how he made his tunnel vision dream of writing for Wizard magazine a reality, successfully gave the burgeoning Web Comics scene the spotlight and managed to make a big enough impression that Gareb Shamus remembered his name! Plus stories of flaming skateboards, super hero actors skipping out on bar tabs and just what was Rob Liefeld's EXTREME version of the Bible? Listen now!

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Episode 25.5 gets interactive as Michael takes the Contest Quiz with the help of a listener, we announce the winners of the Wizards25 giveaway, Adam reviews X-Men 2099 issues 1-4, Michael shares updates on DC's Death Metal and The 3 Jokers and more!

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Merry X-MAS from WIZARDS! To celebrate the season we're ripping through the wrapping on the Wizard X-Men 30th Anniversary Collector's Edition magazine with adamantium claws. Adam and Michael are joined by a duo of X-Perts, Jeff @NLogan77 and Chris Sheehan @AceComics to discuss the history of Marvel's Mutant franchise from the 60's through the 90's and share some laughs along the way. It's a holiday surprise that will have force blasts of joy shooting from your eyes. Happy Holidays, Geeks!

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On the 4th and final installment of our exploration of the Roger Corman Fantastic Four movie, Adam joins Michael and Steven to share his thoughts on the film, then the guys reveal their favorite FF comics stories. Plus, the exclusive debut of an original song inspired by the romance Sue Storm and Reed Richards.

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NEW EPISODE! NEW LOOK! It’s our 1 year anniversary and for the 25th episode of WIZARDS we’re celebrating in style. Join Adam and Michael as they announce X-citing new show art, a giveaway contest and what is WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics for 2021? Exploring issue 25 of Wizard we talk Daredevil’s armored costume, Jim Shooter’s Warriors of Plasm, the most expensive comics of the 90’s, share our Casting Call for an Image Comics biopic and more. Plus a review of Aerosmith guest starring in Valiant’s Shadowman #19! It’s wild geek podcast party and you’re invited!

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For episode 9 of The Wizard Files we’re joined by Ryan Dunlavey who first became part of the Wizard magazine staff in the 90’s, then returned years later to provide humorous original illustrations in the 2000’s. Hear tales of working shoulder to shoulder with Gareb Shamus on cover design, getting chewed out by fanboys for trying to sell ToyFare exclusive figures on eBay and how one of his drawings became the basis for a set of Mini-Mate figures. Plus learn how a former Wizard co-worker got him a job drawing M.O.D.O.K for Marvel and more!

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For the 3rd episode of our Roger Corman Fantastic Four film discussion, Michael and Steven break down the infamous ending with it’s disappointing special effects and provide their final review of the movie overall. Plus the duo reveal their list of which big budget super hero films are WORSE than this unreleased and buried film.

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BIG CHANGES for WIZARDS 1/2 in episode 24.5! Is this end of "FLAME ON'?Michael gives up on embarrassing himself with the contest quiz based on a listener suggestion and refuses to ever read another Hunk and Babe of the Month! Plus Adam reviews Punisher 2099 #11-12 and provides a special announcement about an exclusive video coming to our YouTube Channel. This one is a game changer, Geeks!

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In the 2nd installment of our 4-part bonus exploration of Roger Corman's Fantastic Four movie from the 90's, Michael and Steven dig deeper into the film's plot and give their reviews of the later big budget Fantastic Four films from 20th Century Fox. Plus Steven's story of meeting Chris Evans and Michael Chiklis at a signing and why he passed on the Corman movie soundtrack at comic conventions.
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Paxton Holley joins us for episode 24 of WIZARDS to talk the origins of Batman’s Knightfall saga, the multimedia launch of Malibu’s Ultraverse, Peter David ditching X-Factor to revamp Aquaman at DC and Jim Shooter creating his DEFIANT line of comics. It’s 90’s comics nostalgia at its finest, so listen now!

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Joining us for Episode 8 of The Wizard Files is Paul Florez from the Generations of X podcast who tells the tale of being caught between simultaneous offers to intern at Marc Silvestri’s Top Cow, Marvel Comics and Wizard magazine. Then prepare to hear stories of interviewing top comics talent like Ron Marz and Greg Pak, plus you’ll discover the question Paul asked in an interview with Joss Whedon that made him literally “Hulk Out”. It’s an X-citing chat with an X-Fan, who delivers an X-Ray view of the Wizard magazine experience.

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Once in a generation there is a film so notorious, so legendary, that it’s only heard about in whispers in the back of a comic book shop. For 90’s comics fans, that movie was Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four. Rumored to be so bad Marvel wouldn’t allow it to be released, the film lived in infamy as a bootleg video and remains unreleased to this day. But WIZARDS had to know the truth, so Michael and superfan, Steven Tsapelas are taking you on a deep dive through a 4 part podcast series revealing all the details of the film’s troubled production and one fan’s decade long journey to find a copy of the movie. So push play on Episode 1 and watch out for cosmic rays as the adventure begins! This bonus series also debuts simultaneously on the WIZARDS YouTube channel, so you can see the full video conversation at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqD0b15mU00mx3qceGvFTmw

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On mini-episode 23.5, Michael explores fan art, original reader comic heroes including a Canadian super team that's NOT Alpha Flight and flubs even more iconic superhero catch phrases. Adam phones in on the 2099 Hotline to cover the further adventures of Ravage 2099 and it's all here on WIZARDS 1/2!

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Adam & Michael are joined by Chris Bailey aka @charltonhero for Episode 23 to talk the Image/Valiant crossover Deathmate, Erik Larsen jumps into the 'Who Created Venom?' debate, sex and violence in DC's Vertigo comics, the destruction of vintage Power Rangers toys, a Wizard exclusive comic by Rob Liefeld and more 90's comics nostalgia on The Podcast Guide To Comics!

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WIZARDS 1/2 is back with Michael blushing at the scandalous return of Hunk and Babe of the Month, enjoying fan art and cursing the Wizard staff for their choosing trivia questions that baffle him. Plus Adam shares his thoughts on this issue's custom comics action figures and reviews Doom 2099 #11-13 featuring a tale set in Wakanda 2099 and the revelation of who inherited the Eye of Agamotto from Doctor Strange. It's all here in mini-episode 22.5!

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Russ Burlingame joins us for this episode of The Wizard Files to talk about his internship at Wizard magazine which saw Russ the Rookie become the go-to guy for Dan Jurgens, witness the chaos caused by Gareb Shamus launching Black Bull Comics, breaking a Marvel Knights merchandise story to Joe Quesada and more. Plus, get a preview of his project documenting the making of Josie and the Pussycats from 2001.

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For Episode 22 of WIZARDS, Adam and Michael are joined by Tom from toy-lines.com to talk the 10 Worst Action Figures of All Time according to Wizard magazine, a canceled 90’s Wonder Woman toy line, discovering Elseworlds comics posters in dive bar restrooms, favorite X-Men villains, the best version of DC’s Justice League, ridiculous 90’s gimmick covers and more. Plus we review X-Factor #92 and X-O Manowar #0 both featuring art by Joe Quesada. It’s a blast from the past, so listen now!

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Happy Halloween, Geeks! We invite you to join us for this bonus podcast review of Sam Raimi’s 1990 adventure film Darkman, a movie that literally gave Michael nightmares. Hear him squirm, hear him rant, hear him scream as Adam laughs at his squeamish co-host. We go behind the bandages and behind the scenes to discuss the making of Liam Neeson’s first starring role, the expanded universe of Darkman comics and more! A trick for Michael and a treat for you, the listener.

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On this episode of WIZARDS Michael and Adam talk buying “LIMITED EDITION” autographed comics on The Home Shopping Network, discover the true history of Venom direct from the creator, determine if the Comics Code Authority seal was still used in the 90’s, reveal why Jim Lee lowered the price on his Deathblow comics, get the news on X-Men action figures from Toy Fair 1993 and review Jack Kirby’s final comics work, Phantom Force #1 from Image.

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In this mini-episode Michael reviews some Amazing Art fan submissions, a duo of fan-created superheroes, custom action figures and celebrates getting 2 answers right on the quiz. On the 2099 Hotline, Adam reviews issues 1-6 of 2099 Unlimited including the debut of Hulk 2099. Plus Michael and his buddy Joe talk Halloween and look at the costumes available from TRN sponsor, HalloweenCostumes.com

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Episode 6 of The Wizard Files features a discussion with Zach Oat, former Editor of ToyFare and one of the puppet masters behind Twisted ToyFare Theater who tells us about wild inter-office pranking between Wizard and ToyFare, managing the action figure archives and more fully-articulated fun.

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Episode 20 is filled to THE MAXX with 90's comics fun as Michael and Adam are joined by Rob Graham from the AfterLunch podcast to discuss the fallout from "The Liefeld Affair", meet the "new kids" at Image comics, explore the launch of the Milestone imprint, gag at the glut of gimmick covers, review the first issue of the Maximum Carnage saga and so much more. This is WIZARDS at it's finest.

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On this mini-episode, Michael shares outtakes about Doomsday vs Bane, talks flaming custom action figures, Wizard fan art submissions and fails the contest quiz. Plus, Adam returns from 2099 to review Simpson's Comics & Stories, as well as Jack Kirby's Bombast #1 from Topps Comics.

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This time around on The Wizard Files we’re interviewing former comic book retailer, Randy who opened his store the same month Wizard hit shelves and has many memories of the magazine’s influence on his customers. Hear which ultra-collectible Marvel books he picked up off the rack as a youth in the 60’s, how the hype over The Death of Superman affected his sales for years after and whether Valiant books were actually as big a deal as Wizard led us to believe in the 90’s. It’s a fascinating view of the 90’s comic book boom from the front lines, so listen now!

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Episode 19 of WIZARDS should be titled “2 Guys From Long Island”. With Adam still lost in 2099, past guest and fellow New Yorker, Steven Tsapelas joins up with Michael to discuss The Avengers comics in the 90’s, Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four film, the ongoing debate of whether Wolverine and Sabretooth are related, porn in Wizard, the best places to buy vintage super hero toys near NYC, adventures in the film industry and more meandering talk about The Big Apple than you ever thought possible. Yes, when Michael is tending the store you get comics talk and a whole lot more. Listen now!

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Michael is back for mini-episode 18.5 to bring you coverage of the expanded Amazing Art section featuring the original reader character creations in My Kinda Hero, be grossed out by human hair used on a custom action figure in Homemade Heroes and fail at this issue’s Contest Quiz worse than any other in his history. Plus, Adam chimes in on the 2099 Hotline to report on his adventures in the future and review Spider-Man 2099. This WIZARDS ½ episode is full of 90’s comics foolishness, so let the fun begin.

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Hook up your modem and get ready for a trip through the 90’s internet as Adam and Michael interview Wizard magazine’s original Online Editor, Buddy Scalera about his adventures in breaking ground for The Guide To Comics on the web. We go behind the scenes, discovering how Wizard partnered with a fledgling America Online, leading to the infamous AOL disks being polybagged with the magazine. Plus, how did Buddy fake out Gareb Shamus on website design using a “hairy armed princess”? Listen now and find out in episode 4 of The Wizard Files!

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Episode 18 of WIZARDS is jam-packed with nostalgic 90’s comics fun! Adam and Michael discuss Venom’s evolution from monstrous villain to anti-hero, debate the hypocrisy of Wizard’s opinions on polybags, determine if Superman #75 has retained its value as a collectible and review Fantastic Four #374 featuring Sue Storm’s “Boob Window”. Plus, Adam is abducted by Doctor Doom to the world of 2099 in the exciting finale which will have serious repercussions for the future of the podcast.

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On the latest edition of WIZARDS ½ Adam is covering the Wizard Magazine 100 Most Collectable Comics special. Not only will you learn about comic book restoration and comics grading concepts of the 90’s, but Adam highlights a few of the more oddball titles to make the Top 100 and discovers some fascinating fun facts along the way.

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The 3rd episode of our behind the scenes interview series with former Wizard magazine staff members has 3 times the hilarity as we laugh along with the stories from infamous Magic Words editor, Chris Ward aka "Loose Cannon" who tells us tales of angry voice mails from irate readers, a wild car ride with Harvey Pekar, drunken convention shenanigans and writing an entire concept album dedicated to "The Big Cheese" Gareb Shamus. This episode of The Wizard Files is packed with fun, but also more explicit language than our normal content, so be warned. When the "Loose Cannon" comes to town, no one can tone him down!

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BREAKING NEWS! Superman is dead and the WIZARDS crew is looking back at the Super-Hype of this 90's comics event through the pages of the Wizard Tribute Edition magazine from 1993. We're joined by Super-Fan Mickey Yarber from The Retro Network to discuss our memories of Doomsday, The Reign of the Supermen and tales from the days when comic shops were packed with Super-Speculators that generated more green than Kryptonite at Lex Luthor's yard sale!

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Things are getting wild on this WIZARDS 1/2 mini-episode as Adam has to fill in for a missing Michael, who is still trapped in the Baxter Building after our most recent episode. In addition to Amazing Art and Homemade Heroes, Adam shares a shockingly hilarious outtake clip, reviews Punisher 2099 and Michael ultimately manages to send a transmission of his answers to the quiz questions from inside the fortress of the Fantastic Four.

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For the 2nd installment of The Wizard Files, Michael and Adam interview Rick Marshall, former head of the wizarduniverse website who reveals the behind the scenes madness of trying to make Wizard magazine relevant in cyberspace. Tales of pillaging the Wizard warehouse to pay online contributors, teaming up with Brian Michael Bendis and more stories from behind the page will have your jaw on the floor. So listen now!

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On episode 17 of WIZARDS Adam and Michael are joined by Shawn Robare from brandedinthe80s.com to talk the continued dominance of Valiant Comics in this era, celebrate a Rob and Todd's Hype Machine Milestone, review Madman Adventures #1 by Mike Allred and more 90's comics geekery. Plus, Michael finally gets his comeuppance from The Human Torch!

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This week on our WIZARDS mini-episode 16.5 you'll get coverage of the 1st Annual Wizard Halloween Costume Contest, explore the Amazing Art and Homemade Heroes features, hear Michael fumble through the Contest Quiz and Adam's review Doom 2099 on the 2099 Hotline!

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WIZARDS is taking you behind the scenes of your favorite comics magazine through exclusive interviews with former Wizard magazine staff members in our new podcast series, The Wizard Files! Episode 1 kicks off in style as we interview Ben Morse (formerly of Marvel) who reveals how Geoff Johns helped him land the Wizard gig and many high profile interviews to follow, exploring the massive Wizard comics archives as a research assistant, wild convention stories, tips for breaking into the industry and more super stories from the Wizard offices!

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Adam and Michael are joined by Chris Sheehan aka @acecomics from Chris Is On Infinite Earths for episode 16 to talk Dale Keown's PITT, decipher who is the X-Traitor, read tips from comics pros on to how to break into the business, review Bloodshot #1, chuckle at bullet hole gimmick covers, reveal our favorite comic book video games and more geeky podcast fun!

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On this mini-episode Adam explores the wild world of Ravage 2099, while Michael and his buddy Pete team up to try and beat the Contest Quiz.

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Join Adam, Michael and special guest, Pete as they discover the origin of Chromium comic book covers, introduce the new Damage Control segment, talk William Shatner’s TekWar comic book, review the first appearance of Doomsday in Superman Man of Steel #18 and get jealous as Michael receives a “Bat-tastic” birthday surprise. All this comics geekery and more, so listen now!

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WIZARDS ½ episode 14.5 opens with Michael being dared to lick a 90’s comic book! It’s a will he/won’t he nailbiter that will have you laughing like the Joker until his decision is revealed. Plus Adam launches the new 2099 Hotline segment to reveal even more details about the futuristic Marvel Universe and announces the winner of our Spider-Man 2099 Giveaway.

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Episode 14 of WIZARDS talks the dark side of Rob Liefeld, reviews Spider-Man 2099 #1, reads rumors of unproduced Batman Returns action figures and talk way too much about the Insane Clown Posse. It's a grab bag of 90's comics fun!

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"Flame On" with Michael in this mini-episode where the WIZARDS co-host talks vintage Knight Rider toys, custom action figures, critiques reader fan art and totally blows it on an Image Comics trivia quiz? Of course you are. Get in on the fun of this magnificent WIZARDS 1/2 episode now!

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Episode 13 of WIZARDS pays tribute to industry legend Denny O'Neil and reviews Batman: Sword of Azrael #1, plus all the classic WIZARDS segments you've come to expect from the podcast guide to comics.

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In this WIZARDS mini-episode Adam receives some corrections from a listener regarding Batman The Animated Series, reviews the fan art covers featuring a new create your own super hero feature, talks the early days of comic book message boards on the internet, reveals which Playboy playmate got her own super-hero comic and attempts to master the CBIQ trivia.

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In Wizards 12, we talk Jim Lee's WildC.A.T.s, revisit Batman The Animated Series and review Terror Inc #1 from 1992.

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Listen to Michael's review of the fan art submissions, hilariously uncomfortable reading of Hunk & Babe of the Month, plus another round of trivia to test his knowledge of 90's comics. It's fun, it's fast, it's WIZARDS 1/2!

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Join Adam, Michael & special guest, Steven Tsapelas as they share their fascination and fandom for this early attempt to bring the X-universe into live action. It's an X-Perience you'll never forget, filled with more trivia and behind the scenes details than you ever X-Pected!

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This episode of WIZARDS takes Adam & Michael to hell and back talking 90's comic book phenomenon SPAWN with special guest, Kevin Decent. Plus discover Tim Burton's rejected Batman movie script, a Gareb Shamus sighting and more.

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Michael is flying solo on this WIZARDS 1/2 mini-episode as he discusses the Hunk and Babe of the month, reader cover art submissions and tries to complete the contest quiz by himself with hilarious results.

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For the 10th episode of WIZARDS Adam and Michael reveal how Rob Liefeld saved Wizard magazine from cancellation, take a deep dive into the history of Cable, discuss the history of the doomed James Cameron live action Spider-Man movie, review Shadow of the Bat #1 and more 90's comic book fun.

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In the tradition of Wizard magazine 1/2 comics, Adam is bringing you a short, but info-packed mini-episode of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics covering Toy Fair 1992 where more than 30 new Marvel Comics action figures are being announced, plus a behind the scenes look at how these iconic toys of the 90's were sculpted.

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In this BONUS episode of WIZARDS Adam and Michael take you back in time to San Diego Comic Con 1992 through the pages of the 1st Wizard Special Edition magazine. Join your hosts as they share their own comic convention experiences, celebrity encounters, favorite con purchases and lots more geeky comics fun!

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In this jam-packed episode of WIZARDS, Michael and Adam are joined by special guest, Steven Tsapelas to pay tribute to Venom, explain the absence of Robin in Batman Returns, reveal our favorite female action figures, find out how DC ripped off Lobo fans in 1992 and more nerdy 90's comic book fun.

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In Episode 8 of WIZARDS Adam and Michael find themselves exploring the work of 90’s superstar artist Whilce Portacio, discuss Jim Lee drawing a mutant picnic in X-Men #8, the history of Superman’s pal, Jimmy Olsen and even their own stories of customizing comic book action figures to create new heroes. Plus the finer points of comic book storage with longboxes versus 3 ring binders. Are you part of the #longboxlegion or #binderbrigade? Listen now and get geeky!

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See if you can keep up with the lightning charged nostalgia of your geeky hosts as they review the history of The Flash in comic books, favorite episodes, behind the scenes details, vintage merchandise and more from this podcast that's been 30 years in the making!

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In episode 7 of WIZARDS Adam & Michael are joined by William Bruce West to dissect Rob Liefeld's Youngblood #1, discuss a rejected X-Men movie script, discover the history of holograms in trading cards and more 90's comic book fun.

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Episode 6 of WIZARDS is a SMASH thanks to an iconic Sam Keith cover featuring, The Incredible Hulk! Join Adam and Michael as they get to Gamma Gabbin’ about old Jade Jaws with special guest, Joe aka Michael’s best friend who got him into comics in the 90’s. Join your hosts as they learn about Joe’s vintage Marvel comics collection inherited from his Dad including Daredevil #1 and more. Plus a review of John Byrne’s Next Men and the crew reveal their picks for the Top 10 Comic Book Action Figures of the 90’s.

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In episode 5 Michael and Adam get cosmic with special guest, Garen to discuss the life and times of Galactus and the Silver Surfer, Star Wars comic books and real life Todd McFarlane sightings. Plus, we ask the question: are Star Trek films comic book movies? It's 90's comic book geekery at it's finest in this episode of WIZARDS!

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In this "Giant-Size" episode of WIZARDS! Adam and Michael go batty for Batman, Robin and the whole Gotham gang. Your hosts also discuss whether the 1990 Captain American film deserves it's bad reputation, review X-O Manowar #1 and so much more. We couldn't stop gabbin' about super heroes, so enjoy our nerdy 90's comic book geekery now!

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For Episode 3 of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics, Michael and Adam are joined by Wolverine superfan, Jeff, to get down n' nerdy about everyone's favorite razor-clawed mutant. Plus hear the tale of how our guest indulged in "criminal activity" to own the 1st appearance of Wolverine in addition to our usual brand of 90's comics banter. Get listenin', Bub!

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In this episode Michael and Adam explore the pages of Wizard #2, discussing the history of Ghost Rider, Todd McFarlane and Chris Claremont leaving top selling books, plus a rockin' review of a 2 part Spider-Man/X-Force crossover.

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In the debut episode of WIZARDS, Adam & Michael dig into the first issue of Wizard magazine from September 1991 to discuss James Cameron’s failed Spider-Man film, Marvel Universe trading cards, Detective Comics Annual #4, variant covers of Todd McFarlane’s Spider-Man #1 and more.

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In this preview episode of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics, you'll hear the origin story of how your nerdy hosts, Adam and Michael, discovered the joys of superheroes, comic books, & Wizard magazine in the 1990's! The show launches January 2020, so subscribe to The Retro Network podcast feed now.

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