Major Spoilers http://www.majorspoilers.com The podcast for pop culture and comics fans. Each week the panel of comic enthusiats take a look at current titles, collected trades, and give their take on current pop culture news. Feeder 1.5.3(378) http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en The Major Spoilers Podcast is copyright 2008 Stephen Schleicher podcast@majorspoilers.com podcast@majorspoilers.com Wed, 14 May 2008 00:16:07 -0500 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:16:07 -0500 http://majorspoilers.com/media/podcastlogo.jpg Major Spoilers http://www.majorspoilers.com The podcast for comic book and pop culture fans. Stephen Schleicher The podcast for pop culture and comics fans. The podcast for pop culture and comics fans. Each week the panel of comic enthusiats take a look at current titles, collected trades, and give their take on current pop culture news. comic books, pop culture, comics, dc, marvel, batman, superman, hulk, spider-man, thor, iron man no Stephen Schleicher schleicher@mindspring.com http://www.majorspoilers.com/media/majorspoilerspodcast.xml no Major Spoilers #14: The Wanted Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com/ Wanted

This time around: dolls in the sky, nobles in the dirt, frank rocks in the art house, and Eminem's in your face with a gun. Plus, "Art Thou Not Tyler Durden?", dead men don't wear capes, a general inability to refrain from our geekery, an almost certain overuse of the word "anyway", and a big "Bongiorno" from the Italian Spiderman.

NEWS
Italian Spiderman Rocks!
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Brad Pitt as Thor?
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What Looks Good From Dark Horse in August?
Linkage

A BIG THANKS GOES OUT TO DAVID M. and ERIC M. FOR DONATING TO THE SHOW! THANKS GUYS!

REVIEWS
Rodrigo: Sky Doll #1 (Marvel Comics)
The internationally acclaimed best-seller is now finally presented in English! Meet Noa, a so-called Sky Doll; a life-like female android without rights, who exists only to serve the State's needs and desires. But when Noa meets two so-called "missionaries" who aid in her escape from her tyrannical master, all hell breaks loose for our cyborg siren as she uncovers clues that she may be much more than just a robotic toy. The first release in a new partnership between Marvel and cutting-edge French publisher Soleil!

Stephen: Salt Water Taffy, "The Legend of Old Salty" (Oni Press)
Eleven-year-old Jack Putnam and his eight-year-old brother Benny are being dragged against their will on a summer-long vacation with their family. And not to somewhere cool like Disney World, but to a little port town in Maine named Chowder Bay, far away from anyplace fun. But what promises to be a very bleak summer quickly becomes a series of exciting adventures in one of the most mysterious places on earth!

Matthew: Nobel Causes #33 (Image Comics)
Frost is the subject of a vicious attack – and wait’ll you see who the attacker is! The bold new direction continues, with an increased emphasis on character-driven action and suspense!

QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Who is under Libra's Hood?
a) Libra
b) Barry Allen
c) Cobalt Blue
d) Eobard Thawne aka The Reverse Flash
Take the Poll

TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW
Wanted (Top Cow)
What if everything in your life was out of your hands and those around you propelled your fate? Your girlfriend left you for your best friend; your boss gave your job to someone better. What if then, after all this, someone gave you back total control? What if he revealed you were the next in line to join a secret society of super-villians that controlled the entire planet? Mark Millar and J.G. Jones provide a look at one man who goes from being the world’s biggest loser to the deadliest assassin alive.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. This week's end music also came from Enzo Bontempi, and can also be found at the iTunes Music Store.

A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 00:14:38 -0500 major-spoilers-14-the-wanted-podcast Major Spoilers Podcast Panel Top Cow's Wanted Gets Reviewed, Salt Water Taffy Receives High Praise, and Brad Pitt Might be Your New Thor! This time around: dolls in the sky, nobles in the dirt, frank rocks in the art house, and Eminem's in your face with a gun. Plus, "Art Thou Not Tyler Durden?", dead men don't wear capes, a general inability to refrain from our geekery, an almost certain overuse of the word "anyway", and a big "Bongiorno" from the Italian Spiderman. NEWS Italian Spiderman Rocks! Brad Pitt as Thor? What Looks Good From Dark Horse in August? A BIG THANKS GOES OUT TO DAVID M. and ERIC M. FOR DONATING TO THE SHOW! THANKS GUYS! REVIEWS Rodrigo: Sky Doll #1 (Marvel Comics) The internationally acclaimed best-seller is now finally presented in English! Meet Noa, a so-called Sky Doll; a life-like female android without rights, who exists only to serve the State's needs and desires. But when Noa meets two so-called "missionaries" who aid in her escape from her tyrannical master, all hell breaks loose for our cyborg siren as she uncovers clues that she may be much more than just a robotic toy. The first release in a new partnership between Marvel and cutting-edge French publisher Soleil! Stephen: Salt Water Taffy, "The Legend of Old Salty" (Oni Press) Eleven-year-old Jack Putnam and his eight-year-old brother Benny are being dragged against their will on a summer-long vacation with their family. And not to somewhere cool like Disney World, but to a little port town in Maine named Chowder Bay, far away from anyplace fun. But what promises to be a very bleak summer quickly becomes a series of exciting adventures in one of the most mysterious places on earth! Matthew: Nobel Causes #33 (Image Comics) Frost is the subject of a vicious attack – and wait’ll you see who the attacker is! The bold new direction continues, with an increased emphasis on character-driven action and suspense! QUESTION OF THE WEEK Who is under Libra's Hood? a) Libra b) Barry Allen c) Cobalt Blue d) Eobard Thawne aka The Reverse Flash TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW Wanted (Top Cow) What if everything in your life was out of your hands and those around you propelled your fate? Your girlfriend left you for your best friend; your boss gave your job to someone better. What if then, after all this, someone gave you back total control? What if he revealed you were the next in line to join a secret society of super-villians that controlled the entire planet? Mark Millar and J.G. Jones provide a look at one man who goes from being the world’s biggest loser to the deadliest assassin alive. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. This week's end music also came from Enzo Bontempi, and can also be found at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums. yes 1:18:15 Major Spoilers #13: The Invincible Iron Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com/ Iron Man Podcast

In this episode: repeated reviews, spoilers supreme, heavy metal heroes )along with fan feedback), a little white witch, Rodrigo gets Hyper, Stephen pours a Foundation, we go to the tote board for the final tally on the Major Spoilers Hero Drive, Aquaman is dead, and much more!

IRON MAN REVIEW
Stephen and Rodrigo kick off the podcast with a review of the Iron Man Movie. The trio go into detail about the different retellings of the origin story of Iron Man including Tales of Suspense #39, Invincible Iron Man #144, the Invincible Iron Man animated DVD, and the movie. The panel talk about what works and doesn't work in the film, read comments from listeners, and recommend everyone who has an opportunity should check it out.

Iron Man 2 - arrives April 30, 2010
Linkage

REVIEWS
Rodrigo: Hyperkenetic #1 (Image Comics)
HYPERKINETIC is about four intergalactic highly skilled female bounty hunters pursue an elusive prey. They end up going through a wormhole and crashing on a weird alien planet. They now have bigger concerns such as giant killer robots and crazy aliens.

Stephen: Foundation #5 (Boom! Studios)
Nostradamus predicted the rise of Napoleon, the rise of Hitler, the Apollo landing and 9/11. Now, in the present, his Foundation works to save mankind from the greatest threats he predicted still to come. The stunning conclusion.

Hero History: The White Witch
Matthew gives us a preview of his next Hero History, and promises it will be up on the site soon.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Who is your favorite Fantastic Four Stand-In?
Crystal
She-Hulk
Luke Cage
Ms. Marvel
Ant Man
Take the Poll

TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW
JLA: The Obsidian Age (DC COMICS)
During the events of "Superman: Our Worlds at War" Aquaman and the people of Atlantis went missing in the timestream. Picking up where that story leaves off, the JLA discovers that Aquaman and his people are stranded 3000 years in the past. Superman and crew head back into the past to rescue their missing teammate.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 00:27:08 -0500 major-spoilers-podcast-13-the-invincible-iron-po Major Spoilers Podcast Panel The Iron Man movie is reviewed, so are a couple of comics, and the podcast panel check out JLA: The Obsidian Age In this episode repeated reviews, spoilers supreme, heavy metal heroes, along with fan feedback. A little white witch, Rodrigo gets Hyper, Stephen pours a Foundation, we go to the tote board for the final tally on the Major Spoilers Hero Drive, Aquaman is dead, and much more! IRON MAN REVIEW Stephen and Rodrigo kick off the podcast with a review of the Iron Man Movie. The trio go into detail about the different retellings of the origin story of Iron Man including Tales of Suspense #39, Invincible Iron Man #144, the Invincible Iron Man animated DVD, and the movie. The panel talk about what works and doesn't work in the film, read comments from listeners, and recommend everyone who has an opportunity should check it out. Iron Man 2 - arrives April 30, 2010 REVIEWS Rodrigo: Hyperkenetic #1 (Image Comics) HYPERKINETIC is about four intergalactic highly skilled female bounty hunters pursue an elusive prey. They end up going through a wormhole and crashing on a weird alien planet. They now have bigger concerns such as giant killer robots and crazy aliens. Stephen: Foundation #5 (Boom! Studios) Nostradamus predicted the rise of Napoleon, the rise of Hitler, the Apollo landing and 9/11. Now, in the present, his Foundation works to save mankind from the greatest threats he predicted still to come. The stunning conclusion. Hero History: The White Witch Matthew gives us a preview of his next Hero History, and promises it will be up on the site soon. QUESTION OF THE WEEK Who is your favorite Fantastic Four Stand-In? Crystal She-Hulk Luke Cage Ms. Marvel Ant Man TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW JLA: The Obsidian Age (DC COMICS) During the events of "Superman: Our Worlds at War" Aquaman and the people of Atlantis went missing in the timestream. Picking up where that story leaves off, the JLA discovers that Aquaman and his people are stranded 3000 years in the past. Superman and crew head back into the past to rescue their missing teammate. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums. no 1:15:46 Major Spoilers #12: You'll Have That Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com/ Major Spoilers Podcast #12

This week the panel reviews X-Men: Legacy #210, Wild Cards: The Card Call #1, and a look back at DC's Countdown event. Stephen interviews Wes Molebash from the web comic You'll Have That, and the panel discusses Image Comics Noble Causes: In Sickness and in Health Trade Paperback.

NEWS
1) Thoughts on the Speed Racer Music Video
Linkage
2) Reactions to the new Dark Knight Posters
Linkage
3) New Hancock Trailer Hits the Web
Linkage
4) Free Comic Book Day This Weekend
Linkage
5) Nerdtacular II
Don't forget to keep checking the site for important info on this event sponsored in part by Major Spoilers.
Linkage
6) Major Spoilers Hero Drive
Only one week remains in the Major Spoilers Hero Drive, but we still have a long way to go, and a short time to get there. Get your friends to download and listen to the podcast to help the Hero Initiative.
Linkage

REVIEWS
Rodrigo: X-Men: Legacy #210
In the wake of Messiah CompleX, there are no X-Men and mutantkind still lies in ruin. With Magneto depowered and Xavier gravely injured, it seems their reign as the preeminent mutants has ended. But neither of these old soldiers is willing to go gentle into that good night, as Exodus learns when he squares off against Xavier on the psychic plane, with the fate of Professor X’s mind at stake.

Matthew: Wild Cards: The Hard Call #1
Into a world hungry for peace, comes a spaceship ferrying chaos...

An alien bomb is detonated above the planet, shedding an indiscriminate gene virus on an Earth barely recovered from the horrors of World War ll. The result: Wild Cards. ACES blessed with superhuman powers and JOKERS cursed with bizarre physical and mental disfigurements.

This is their story.

Stephen: DC's Countdown to Final Crisis
The Great Disaster has occurred, and all hell breaks loose as all the storylines in COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS come to a climax, threatening Darkseid and Jimmy Olsen and Mary Marvel and the future of their Earth!

QUESTION OF THE WEEKk
How do you like your superheroes?
a) Cape
b) No cape
Take the Poll!

INTERVIEW
Wes Molebash is the cartoonist of You’ll Have That, a comic strip published online by Viper Comics. You’ll Have That currently updates three days a week at Viper Comics. Wes lives in Ohio with his wife, Tricia, and their two cats, Sophie and Stella. Wes holds down a blue-collar job and he loves milkshakes.

TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW
Noble Causes from Image Comics
The panel members take a peek behind the curtain of superhero celebrity and find soap opera stories that are quite good to read.

Every girl thinks her boyfriend is a catch, but Georgetown bookseller Liz Donnelly's got bragging rights - she's dating Race Noble, the famous super-hero with the quick smile and quicker legs. Follow Race and Liz's whirlwind romance, from the moment they meet, to their wedding ... and the tragic honeymoon. Suddenly, Liz is a stranger in a strange land - an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, in turn, help the Hero Initiative.

]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2008 23:59:29 -0500 major-spoilers-12-youll-have-that-podcast Major Spoilers Podcast Panel X-Men, Countdown, and Noble Causes go under the microscope, while Wes Molebash stops by to talk web comics. This week the panel reviews X-Men: Legacy #210, Wild Cards: The Card Call #1, and a look back at DC's Countdown event. Stephen interviews Wes Molebash from the web comic You'll Have That, and the panel discusses Image Comics Noble Causes: In Sickness and in Health Trade Paperback. NEWS 1) Thoughts on the Speed Racer Music Video 2) Reactions to the new Dark Knight Posters 3) New Hancock Trailer Hits the Web 4) Free Comic Book Day This Weekend 5) Nerdtacular II Don't forget to keep checking the site for important info on this event sponsored in part by Major Spoilers. 6) Major Spoilers Hero Drive Only one week remains in the Major Spoilers Hero Drive, but we still have a long way to go, and a short time to get there. Get your friends to download and listen to the podcast to help the Hero Initiative. REVIEWS Rodrigo: X-Men: Legacy #210 In the wake of Messiah CompleX, there are no X-Men and mutantkind still lies in ruin. With Magneto depowered and Xavier gravely injured, it seems their reign as the preeminent mutants has ended. But neither of these old soldiers is willing to go gentle into that good night, as Exodus learns when he squares off against Xavier on the psychic plane, with the fate of Professor X’s mind at stake. Matthew: Wild Cards: The Hard Call #1 Into a world hungry for peace, comes a spaceship ferrying chaos... An alien bomb is detonated above the planet, shedding an indiscriminate gene virus on an Earth barely recovered from the horrors of World War ll. The result: Wild Cards. ACES blessed with superhuman powers and JOKERS cursed with bizarre physical and mental disfigurements. This is their story. Stephen: DC's Countdown to Final Crisis The Great Disaster has occurred, and all hell breaks loose as all the storylines in COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS come to a climax, threatening Darkseid and Jimmy Olsen and Mary Marvel and the future of their Earth! QUESTION OF THE WEEKk How do you like your superheroes? a) Cape b) No cape INTERVIEW Wes Molebash is the cartoonist of You’ll Have That, a comic strip published online by Viper Comics. You’ll Have That currently updates three days a week at Viper Comics. Wes lives in Ohio with his wife, Tricia, and their two cats, Sophie and Stella. Wes holds down a blue-collar job and he loves milkshakes. TRADE PAPERBACK REVIEW Noble Causes from Image Comics The panel members take a peek behind the curtain of superhero celebrity and find soap opera stories that are quite good to read. Every girl thinks her boyfriend is a catch, but Georgetown bookseller Liz Donnelly's got bragging rights - she's dating Race Noble, the famous super-hero with the quick smile and quicker legs. Follow Race and Liz's whirlwind romance, from the moment they meet, to their wedding ... and the tragic honeymoon. Suddenly, Liz is a stranger in a strange land - an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, in turn, help the Hero Initiative. no 1:22:52 Major Spoilers #11: The Naughty Sorority Girl Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com Image Comics Hazed

This week the panel reviews Cthulhu Tales #1, Serenity Better Days #2, Superman #675, and Hulk versus Hercules #1. The crew also takes a crack at sorority sisters gone bad and review Image Comics Hazed.

NEWS
1) The panel weigh in on some of the recent announcements made by DC and Marvel at the New York Comic Con.
Linkage 1
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2) Green Goblin appears on The Spectacular Spider-Man and the panel reacts to a giant pumpkin where it shouldn't be.
Linkage

3) Nerdtacular II Update
Scott has updated the Nerdtacular website with more information about the event Major Spoilers is helping to sponsor.
Linkage

4) Major Spoilers Hero Drive
We're halfway to our money goal, but still have a long way to go, and a short time to get there. Get your friends to download and listen to the podcast to help the Hero Initiative.
Linkage

REVIEWS
It's a three star week as everyone gives their titles three out of five stars
Rodrigo reviews Cthulhu Tales #1 from Boom! Studios
Matthew tackles Serenity: Better Days #2 from Dark Horse Comics
Bryan likes Hulk versus Hercules #1 from Marvel Comics
Stephen wonders why Superman is chatting it up with Lar Gand in Superman #675 from DC.

Question of the Week
As a basic superhero premise, which do you prefer?
    a) born with powers (mutants)
    b) acquired powers in an accident / experiment (Spider-Man)
    c) magical powers (Dr. Strange / Fate)
    d) aliens (Superman / Martian Manhunter)
Take the Poll!

Image Comics' Hazed
The panel members looked at college life from the female perspective and discuss the body issues, sex, drugs, and sorority life as dished up by Mark Sable and Robbi Rodriguez in Image Comics' Hazed.

Hazed is a dark comedy about three young girls' perilous journey through the world of sororities and eating disorders. From the creator of the critically acclaimed Grounded, Hazed is to comics what "Heathers" and "Mean Girls" are to film - only smarter, meaner, and funnier!

Overall, the panel liked the original graphic novel, they just have a few problems with some of the plot points.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, in turn, help the Hero Initiative.

]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:41:32 -0500 major-spoilers-11-the-naughty-sorority-girl-podc Major Spoilers Podcast Panel The Naughty Sorority Podcast - Hazed Reviewed This week the panel reviews Cthulhu Tales #1, Serenity Better Days #2, Superman #675, and Hulk versus Hercules #1. The crew also takes a crack at sorority sisters gone bad and review Image Comics Hazed. NEWS 1) The panel weigh in on some of the recent announcements made by DC and Marvel at the New York Comic Con. 2) Green Goblin appears on The Spectacular Spider-Man and the panel reacts to a giant pumpkin where it shouldn't be. 3) Nerdtacular II Update 4) Major Spoilers Hero Drive We're halfway to our money goal, but still have a long way to go, and a short time to get there. Get your friends to download and listen to the podcast to help the Hero Initiative. REVIEWS It's a three star week as everyone gives their titles three out of five stars Rodrigo reviews Cthulhu Tales #1 from Boom! Studios Matthew tackles Serenity: Better Days #2 from Dark Horse Comics Bryan likes Hulk versus Hercules #1 from Marvel Comics Stephen wonders why Superman is chatting it up with Lar Gand in Superman #675 from DC. Question of the Week As a basic superhero premise, which do you prefer?     a) born with powers (mutants)     b) acquired powers in an accident / experiment (Spider-Man)     c) magical powers (Dr. Strange / Fate)     d) aliens (Superman / Martian Manhunter) Take the Poll! Image Comics' Hazed The panel members looked at college life from the female perspective and discuss the body issues, sex, drugs, and sorority life as dished up by Mark Sable and Robbi Rodriguez in Image Comics' Hazed. Hazed is a dark comedy about three young girls' perilous journey through the world of sororities and eating disorders. From the creator of the critically acclaimed Grounded, Hazed is to comics what "Heathers" and "Mean Girls" are to film - only smarter, meaner, and funnier! Overall, the panel liked the original graphic novel, they just have a few problems with some of the plot points. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, in turn, help the Hero Initiative. no 1:25:08 Major Spoilers #10: The 10-Cent Adventure Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com/ Major Spoilers Podcast #10: 10-Cent Adventure Podcast

This week the panel reviews Ghost Rider #22, Action Comics #863, and Booster Gold #8. Stephen interviews Chip Mosher from Boom! Studios, and the crew offer up their favorite must read trade paperbacks.

NEWS
1) The Atom and Catwoman are getting the axe from DC Comics
Linkage

2) Disney returns to traditional cel animation
Linkage

3) Stephen reflects on why Major Spoilers doesn't post obituaries

4) Nerdtacular II Update
Scott has updated the Nerdtacular website with more information about the event Major Spoilers is helping to sponsor.
Linkage

5) Major Spoilers Hero Drive
We're halfway to our money goal, but still have a long way to go, and a short time to get there. Get your friends to download and listen to the podcast to help the Hero Initiative.
Linkage

Reviews
Rodrigo reviews Ghost Rider #22 from Marvel Comics
Matthew checks out Action Comics #863 from DC Comics
Stephen digs Booster Gold #8 from DC Comics

Question of the Week
Who is your favorite Green Lantern?
a) Alan Scott
b) Hal Jordan
c) John Steward
d) Guy Gardner
e) Kyle Rayner
f) G'nort
g) Tomar-Re
h_ Kilowog
Take the Poll!

Stephen interviews Chip Mosher from Boom! Studios. Chip is the Director of Marketing and Sales for Boom! Studios, and also the writer behind Left On Mission. We’ll discuss his illustrious 26 year career in comics (you’ll want to listen to find out how that works for someone just over 30), some of Chip’s ideas on marketing comics, and a new zombie title by the OSCAR nominated writer behind Before Sunrise.

Top Ten Trade Recommendations
Instead of reviewing a single trade this week, the panel members each list their top ten must have trade paperbacks. This is a great list for those wanting to get into comics, those looking to pick up a new story, or those who want to expand their comic reading.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, in turn, help the Hero Initiative.

]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:01:38 -0500 major-spoilers-10-the-10cent-adventure-podcast Major Spoilers Podcast Panel no 1:36:32 Major Spoilers #9: Fert! http://www.majorspoilers.com/ Fat Batman

This week the panel members welcome Scott Johnson from Extra Life (www.myextralife.com) to the show to talk about webcomics, review Age of Reptiles: Tribal Warefare, Secret Invasion #1, Neozoic, Marvel Adventures Hulk, The Dark Tower, and the Foundation #4.

Note: This week we had a weird error occur in the recording. We kept the show, because we felt the content and information far outweighed any minor issues.

NEWS
1) New Hellboy trailer released
Linkage

2) Heroes and Chuck return to NBC
Linkage

3) Don't forget about the Major Spoilers Hero Drive to raise money for the Hero Initiative
Linkage

4) Major Spoilers sponsors Nerdtacular II: The Dark Knight
Linkage

Reviews
Rodrigo reviews NeoZoic from Red 5 Comics
Stephen thinks Marvel's Secret Invasion #1 rocks
Bryan likes Marvel Adventures Hulk
Scott raves about Marvel's The Dark Tower series
Stephen and Bryan are less than trilled with the direction The Foundation has taken in the latest issue

Question of the Week
What kind of comic book fan are you?
a) Closet (no t-shirt or memorabilia, you don't call attention to your secret love)
b) Occasional Fan
c) Your massive treasure trove of comics is just for you and your close friends
d) Flame On!
Take the Poll!

Stephen interviews Scott Johnson about his webcomic career and the two touch on such topics as monetizing webcomics, some of Scott's major projects, his background and more in this engaging segment.

The show wraps up with the panel reviewing Age of Reptiles: Tribal Warfare by Ricardo Delgado and published by Dark Horse Comics.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:52:52 -0500 major-spoilers-9-fert Major Spoilers Podcast Panel Fert! Scott Johnson stops by the podcast, and the panel seems to have a thing about dinosaurs. This week the panel members welcome Scott Johnson from Extra Life (www.myextralife.com) to the show to talk about webcomics, review Age of Reptiles: Tribal Warefare, Secret Invasion #1, Neozoic, Marvel Adventures Hulk, The Dark Tower, and the Foundation #4. NEWS 1) New Hellboy trailer released 2) Heroes and Chuck return to NBC 3) Don't forget about the Major Spoilers Hero Drive to raise money for the Hero Initiative 4) Major Spoilers sponsors Nerdtacular II: The Dark Knight Linkage Reviews Rodrigo reviews NeoZoic from Red 5 Comics Stephen thinks Marvel's Secret Invasion #1 rocks Bryan likes Marvel Adventures Hulk Scott raves about Marvel's The Dark Tower series Stephen and Bryan are less than trilled with the direction The Foundation has taken in the latest issue Question of the Week What kind of comic book fan are you? a) Closet (no t-shirt or memorabilia, you don't call attention to your secret love) b) Occasional Fan c) Your massive treasure trove of comics is just for you and your close friends d) Flame On! Take the Poll! Stephen interviews Scott Johnson about his webcomic career and the two touch on such topics as monetizing webcomics, some of Scott's major projects, his background and more in this engaging segment. The show wraps up with the panel reviewing Age of Reptiles: Tribal Warfare by Ricardo Delgado and published by Dark Horse Comics. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 1:23:10 Major Spoilers #8: The Podcast without Fear http://www.majorspoilers.com The Man Without Fear

Frank Miller's Daredevil

This week the panel weighs in on the Seigel Superman case, review Dominion from Boom! Studios, Green Lantern #29 from DC, and Young X-Men #1 from Marvel. Brian recommends a couple of Hulk trades, Stephen makes a major announcement, and the panel takes a look at Frank Miller's run on Daredevil.

NEWS
1)Judge awards 50% ownership of Superman to Siegel heirs
Linkage

2)Secret Invasion arrives this week - Who do YOU trust?
Linkage

The Major Spoilers Hero Drive
Stephen announced a special pledge drive, where Major Spoilers will donate 50-cents per subscriber to the Hero Initiative.
Linkage

Reviews
Bryan reviews Dominion 1-4 (and half of 5) from Boom! Studios
Stephen takes a look at Green Lantern #29 from DC Comics and mentions it has a great connection to last week's Emerald Dawn review.
Rodrigo blasts Young X-Men #1 from Marvel
Bryan follows up and recommends several Hulk trades from Marvel.

Rodrigo's Words
Rodrigo defines the term Canon and the panel discusses how it works or doesn't work in comics.

Question of the Week
Which Batman symbol do you like the most?
a) Bat on Yellow Circle
b) Black bat across chest
c) Batman Begins bat
d) Justice League Unlimited bat
e) Batman Beyond bat
Take the poll!

Frank Miller's Daredevil Omnibus Companion
The panel members were able to land a copy of the Daredevil Omnibus Companion featuring Daredevil stories by Frank Miller including the Daredevil: Man Without Fear.

Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 01 Apr 2008 23:39:14 -0500 major-spoilers-8-the-podcast-without-fear podcast@majorspoilers.com The Podcast Without Fear The Man Without Fear This week the panel weighs in on the Seigel Superman case, review Dominion from Boom! Studios, Green Lantern #29 from DC, and Young X-Men #1 from Marvel. Brian recommends a couple of Hulk trades, Stephen makes a major announcement, and the panel takes a look at Frank Miller's run on Daredevil. NEWS 1)Judge awards 50% ownership of Superman to Siegel heirs Linkage 2)Secret Invasion arrives this week - Who do YOU trust? Linkage The Major Spoilers Hero Drive Stephen announced a special pledge drive, where Major Spoilers will donate 50-cents per subscriber to the Hero Initiative. Linkage Reviews Bryan reviews Dominion 1-4 (and half of 5) from Boom! Studios Stephen takes a look at Green Lantern #29 from DC Comics and mentions it has a great connection to last week's Emerald Dawn review. Rodrigo blasts Young X-Men #1 from Marvel Bryan follows up and recommends several Hulk trades from Marvel. Rodrigo's Words Rodrigo defines the term Canon and the panel discusses how it works or doesn't work in comics. Question of the Week Which Batman symbol do you like the most? a) Bat on Yellow Circle b) Black bat across chest c) Batman Begins bat d) Justice League Unlimited bat e) Batman Beyond bat Take the poll! Frank Miller's Daredevil Omnibus Companion The panel members were able to land a copy of the Daredevil Omnibus Companion featuring Daredevil stories by Frank Miller including the Daredevil: Man Without Fear. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 1:17:35 Major Spoilers #7: In Brightest Day, In Darkest Podcast http://www.majorspoilers.com In Brightest Day, In Darkest Night, No Evil Shall Escape My Sight!

Green Lantern

The Major Spoilers Panel takes a look at the modern retelling of the origin of the Green Lantern in DC's Emerald Dawn. Individual reviews are also featured for Ghost Whisperer, Power Pack, and Atomic Robo. There's the question of the week and the panel review Ookla the Mok.

NEWS
1) G.I. Joe Snake-Eyes costume revealed
Linkage

2) Kevin Conroy reprises Batman role for Gotham Knights DVD
Linkage

Reviews
Bryan reviews the final issue of Atomic Robo, and likes it.
Stephen takes a crack at Ghost Whisperer from IDW Publishing and gives it an okay.
Surprisingly, Rodrigo likes Marvels' Power Pack.

Ookla The Mok
The panel takes a moment to review Ookla the Mok's Super Secret Album from 1998, giving it high praise.

Question of the Week
Which incarnation of William Shatner do you like most?
a) Shat as Kirk
b) Shat as TJ Hooker
c) Shat from Boston Legal
Take the Poll

Emerald Dawn
The panel takes a look at the Emerald Dawn trade paperback, which retells the origin story of Hal Jordan (aka the Green Lantern) for modern times.

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 23:14:17 -0500 major-spoilers-7-in-brightest-day-in-darkest-po podcast@majorspoilers.com In Brightest Day, In Darkest Night, No Evil Shall Escape My Sight! In Brightest Day, In Darkest Night, No Evil Shall Escape My Sight! The Major Spoilers Panel takes a look at the modern retelling of the origin of the Green Lantern in DC's Emerald Dawn. Individual reviews are also featured for Ghost Whisperer, Power Pack, and Atomic Robo. There's the question of the week and the panel review Ookla the Mok. NEWS 1) G.I. Joe Snake-Eyes costume revealed 2) Kevin Conroy reprises Batman role for Gotham Knights DVD Reviews Bryan reviews the final issue of Atomic Robo, and likes it. Stephen takes a crack at Ghost Whisperer from IDW Publishing and gives it an okay. Surprisingly, Rodrigo likes Marvels' Power Pack. Ookla The Mok The panel takes a moment to review Ookla the Mok's Super Secret Album from 1998, giving it high praise. Question of the Week Which incarnation of William Shatner do you like most? a) Shat as Kirk b) Shat as TJ Hooker c) Shat from Boston Legal Emerald Dawn The panel takes a look at the Emerald Dawn trade paperback, which retells the origin story of Hal Jordan (aka the Green Lantern) for modern times. Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 1:17:54 Major Spoilers Zeta (06): KRAK-A-DOOOOOM! http://www.majorspoilers.com Marvel's Thor is reviewed in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast

Bryan is MIA this week so it is up to Rodrigo and Stephen to review Thor #1-6, War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #1, The Foundation #3, and a whole lot more!

NEWS
1) Clone Wars Animated Movie and Live-Action Series
Rodrigo and Stephen give their takes on the announcements, with Stephen urging openness when it comes to the live action show.
Linkage

2) Hulk Trailer Online
Rodrigo digs the action, Stephen thinks the trailer gives too much away.

3) Legion of Super-Heroes Ending on Kids' WB!
Linkage

Review: The Foundation #3
Stephen reviews the third issue of the Foundation from Boom! Studios, and likes it very much. There are still some art issues, and the pacing is a bit slow in places, but when the good parts arrive - look out!

Review: War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle
Rodrigo take a look at the first issue of Marvel's Phantom Eagle. It certainly isn't the same Phantom Eagle from the Golden and Silver Ages of comics. A gritty look at the first world war and the pilots that flew in it.

Review: Pendant Productions Batman: Ace of Detectives
Instead of reading comics all day, listeners may want to check out radio dramas with superhero bent. Pendant Productions spins tales of the current incarnation of Batman and company into serialized radio dramas. Stephen and Rodrigo both think the radio dramas need work - especially in the area of voice acting, but true fans might enjoy listening to the two plus years o shows.
Linkage

QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Even with Bryan absent, he still has time to ask the question,
Are you a Marvel, or are you a DC?
Take the Poll!

RODRIGO's WORDS
A new segment is introduced this week, where Rodrigo examines common comic terms and the panel gives examples of how it is used.
This week's word is RETCON.

Review: Thor #1-6 (and 7)
The podcasting duo examine the first six issues of Marvel's Thor, pointing out some of their most favorite and least favorite moments from the series. Rodrigo wonders why the host bodies of the Asgardians are all white, Stephen loves the special moments between the Norse gods and the town folk from Oklahoma, and they both think this is a great series that follows the Hero's Journey.

They also take a moment to talk about issue #7 and the relationship between Thor and Odin, and how the son must kill the father.

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2008 22:14:01 -0500 major-spoilers-zeta-06-krakadooooom podcast@majorspoilers.com Bryan is MIA this week so it is up to Rodrigo and Stephen to review Thor #1-6, War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #1, The Foundation #3, and a whole lot more! Bryan is MIA this week so it is up to Rodrigo and Stephen to review Thor #1-6, War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #1, The Foundation #3, and a whole lot more! NEWS 1) Clone Wars Animated Movie and Live-Action Series Rodrigo and Stephen give their takes on the announcements, with Stephen urging openness when it comes to the live action show. 2) Hulk Trailer Online Rodrigo digs the action, Stephen thinks the trailer gives too much away. 3) Legion of Super-Heroes Ending on Kids' WB! Review: The Foundation #3 Stephen reviews the third issue of the Foundation from Boom! Studios, and likes it very much. There are still some art issues, and the pacing is a bit slow in places, but when the good parts arrive - look out! Review: War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle Rodrigo take a look at the first issue of Marvel's Phantom Eagle. It certainly isn't the same Phantom Eagle from the Golden and Silver Ages of comics. A gritty look at the first world war and the pilots that flew in it. Review: Pendant Productions Batman: Ace of Detectives Instead of reading comics all day, listeners may want to check out radio dramas with superhero bent. Pendant Productions spins tales of the current incarnation of Batman and company into serialized radio dramas. Stephen and Rodrigo both think the radio dramas need work - especially in the area of voice acting, but true fans might enjoy listening to the two plus years o shows. Linkage QUESTION OF THE WEEK Even with Bryan absent, he still has time to ask the question, Are you a Marvel, or are you a DC? RODRIGO's WORDS A new segment is introduced this week, where Rodrigo examines common comic terms and the panel gives examples of how it is used. This week's word is RETCON. Review: Thor #1-6 (and 7) The podcasting duo examine the first six issues of Marvel's Thor, pointing out some of their most favorite and least favorite moments from the series. Rodrigo wonders why the host bodies of the Asgardians are all white, Stephen loves the special moments between the Norse gods and the town folk from Oklahoma, and they both think this is a great series that follows the Hero's Journey. They also take a moment to talk about issue #7 and the relationship between Thor and Odin, and how the son must kill the father. Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 58:14 Major Spoilers Epsilon (05): The New Frontier and The Spectacular Spider-Man http://www.majorspoilers.com The Spectacular Spider-Man
The New Frontier

NEWS
1) Watchmen Costumes Unveiled
The panel weighs in on the first images released of the Watchmen in their official garb.
Linkage
2) Skrullapalooza
Readers send in their own versions of the Who You Can Trust? campaign
Linkage
3) Lana and Lex not regulars on Smallville Season 8
Does anyone care?
Linkage

Review: DC's The New Frontier Absolute Edition
Written by Darwyn Cooke
Art by Darwyn Cooke

Everyone on the panel agrees this is a 5 out of 5 Star collected edition. The panel spends most of the program analyzing the New Frontier discussing everything from the minor plot points to the nods to great moments in comic history during the Silver Age.

Review: The New Frontier DVD Review
The panel discusses the differences between the DVD and the Absolute Edition, citing why some of the changes are okay, and others can detract from the movie if you've already read the trade. Bryan, Stephen, and Rodrigo suggest people watch the DVD before reading the book.

Review: The Spectacular Spider-Man Animated Television Show
The panel is split on the show. Stephen gives it a pass citing the art style is not to his liking. Bryan has an issue with subtle costume changes, but Rodrigo likes the show overall. The panel agrees that the animated series is off to a good start giving nods to the classic Spider-Man, and building continuity and large story arcs between episodes.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Which movie are you most looking forward to this summer?
a) The Dark Knight
b) Iron Man

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:10:42 -0500 major-spoilers-epsilon-05-the-new-frontier-and schleicher@mindspring.com (stephen schleicher) The panel reviews DC's New Frontier Absolute Edition, The New Frontier DVD, and The Spectacular Spider-Man animated series NEWS 1) Watchmen Costumes Unveiled The panel weighs in on the first images released of the Watchmen in their official garb. Linkage 2) Skrullapalooza Readers send in their own versions of the Who You Can Trust? campaign Linkage 3) Lana and Lex not regulars on Smallville Season 8 Does anyone care? Linkage Review: DC's The New Frontier Absolute Edition Written by Darwyn Cooke Art by Darwyn Cooke Everyone on the panel agrees this is a 5 out of 5 Star collected edition. The panel spends most of the program analyzing the New Frontier discussing everything from the minor plot points to the nods to great moments in comic history during the Silver Age. Review: The New Frontier DVD Review The panel discusses the differences between the DVD and the Absolute Edition, citing why some of the changes are okay, and others can detract from the movie if you've already read the trade. Bryan, Stephen, and Rodrigo suggest people watch the DVD before reading the book. Review: The Spectacular Spider-Man Animated Television Show The panel is split on the show. Stephen gives it a pass citing the art style is not to his liking. Bryan has an issue with subtle costume changes, but Rodrigo likes the show overall. The panel agrees that the animated series is off to a good start giving nods to the classic Spider-Man, and building continuity and large story arcs between episodes. QUESTION OF THE WEEK Which movie are you most looking forward to this summer? a) The Dark Knight b) Iron Man Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 1:18:28 Major Spoilers Delta: We Can Be Heroes http://www.majorspoilers.com Legion of Super-Heroes

Special Feature
This week it's all about the Legion of Super-Heroes. Yeah, it's going to get complex, so you might want to bone up on your Hero History.
Linkage

What Movie are You Most Looking Forward to This Summer?
a) Iron Man
b) Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
c) Wanted
d) Dark Knight
e) Hulk

Skrullapalooza
Who's a Skrull and who isn't? We run down a list of potential Skrull candidates.
Linkage

Question of the Week
If you lived in the DC Universe, what city would you live in? Take the Major Spoilers Poll to voice your thoughts.
Linkage

CLOSE
Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:59:38 -0600 major-spoilers-delta-we-can-be-heroes schleicher@mindspring.com (stephen schleicher This week is all about the Legion of Super-Heroes. Yeah, this is gonna get deep. Special Feature This week it's all about the Legion of Super-Heroes. Yeah, it's going to get complex, so you might want to bone up on your Hero History. Linkage What Movie are You Most Looking Forward to This Summer? a) Iron Man b) Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull c) Wanted d) Dark Knight e) Hulk Skrullapalooza Who's a Skrull and who isn't? We run down a list of potential Skrull candidates. Linkage Question of the Week If you lived in the DC Universe, what city would you live in? Take the Major Spoilers Poll to voice your thoughts. Linkage CLOSE Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. no 54:42 Major Spoilers Gamma: Boom! http://www.majorspoilers.com This episode it's all about Boom! Studios

NEWS
1) Akira - the live action movie
The panel is mixed on the idea of a live action movie based on Akira and set in New Manhattan.
Linkage

2) Batman: Gotham Knights Direct to DVD gets release date
Bryan, Stephen, and Rodrigo are really excited about the July 8th release date of the DVD, although Bryan thinks it may be too close to the release of the Dark Knight movie.
Linkage

3) Skrulls
Interesting ads to say the least
Linkage

Tiny Review
Bryan sits down with his son, and together they review the first issue of DC's Tiny Titans. While Jackson likes it, he's not sure he would spend his allowance on a subscription, but it was fun to read. Stephen and Bryan then have a discussion on comics for kids and why the current run of Justice League Unlimited doesn't work for younger readers.

Review: The Foundation
Created by Kody Chamberlain
Written by John Rozum
Art by Chee
Cover by Paul Azaceta

Bryan and Stephen love The Foundation from Boom! Studios - Rodrigo not so much. There is just enough mystery and intrigue in the first two issues, that they will continue to read the rest of the series. Stephen and Bryan award high marks, but Rodrigo's critique brings the overall rating down to 3 out of 5 stars.

Question of the Week
If you had to choose one of the following super powers, which would it be?
a) Flight
b) Super Speed
c) Super Strength
d) Invulnerability
Head over to Major Spoilers and cast your vote!

Trade Paperback Review: Left on Mission
Written by Chip Mosher
Drawn by Francesco Francavilla
Colored by Martin Thomas
The panel had nothing but good things to say about the five issue mini-series from Boom! Studios. From the art to the story telling, this issue rates as a strong read by all. Don't go into Left on Mission thinking this is going to be your typical James Bond story - it's much better!
Rodrigo, Bryan, and Stephen give the trade paperback 4 out of 5 stars.

This turned into the Boom! Studios episode as Bryan also gave a mini review of Second Wave, and says that if these are the kinds of stories coming from Boom! Studios, this is a company to watch.

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2008 22:31:36 -0600 major-spoilers-gamma-boom schleicher@mindspring.com (stephen schleicher It's a Boom! Studios-centric episode as the panel review Left on Mission, the Foundation, and Second Wave. A young guest stops by to review Tiny Titans, and Akira the musical? NEWS 1) Akira - the live action movie The panel is mixed on the idea of a live action movie based on Akira and set in New Manhattan. Linkage 2) Batman: Gotham Knights Direct to DVD gets release date Bryan, Stephen, and Rodrigo are really excited about the July 8th release date of the DVD, although Bryan thinks it may be too close to the release of the Dark Knight movie. Linkage 3) Skrulls Interesting ads to say the least Linkage Tiny Review Bryan sits down with his son, and together they review the first issue of DC's Tiny Titans. While Jackson likes it, he's not sure he would spend his allowance on a subscription, but it was fun to read. Stephen and Bryan then have a discussion on comics for kids and why the current run of Justice League Unlimited doesn't work for younger readers. Review: The Foundation Created by Kody Chamberlain Written by John Rozum Art by Chee Cover by Paul Azaceta Bryan and Stephen love The Foundation from Boom! Studios - Rodrigo not so much. There is just enough mystery and intrigue in the first two issues, that they will continue to read the rest of the series. Stephen and Bryan award high marks, but Rodrigo's critique brings the overall rating down to 3 out of 5 stars. Question of the Week If you had to choose one of the following super powers, which would it be? a) Flight b) Super Speed c) Super Strength d) Invulnerability Head over to Major Spoilers and cast your vote! Trade Paperback Review: Left on Mission Written by Chip Mosher Drawn by Francesco Francavilla Colored by Martin Thomas The panel had nothing but good things to say about the five issue mini-series from Boom! Studios. From the art to the story telling, this issue rates as a strong read by all. Don't go into Left on Mission thinking this is going to be your typical James Bond story - it's much better! Rodrigo, Bryan, and Stephen give the trade paperback 4 out of 5 stars. This turned into the Boom! Studios episode as Bryan also gave a mini review of Second Wave, and says that if these are the kinds of stories coming from Boom! Studios, this is a company to watch. comic books, pop culture, comics, dc, marvel no 1:05:24 Major Spoilers Beta: Jenna Jameson's Shadow Hunter http://www.majorspoilers.com Jenna Jameson's Shadow Hunter

NEWS
1) Toy Fair is going on this week, and the panel talks about some of the items they spied during the week.
Linkage

2) Justice League by Gaslight
Bryan is blown away by the modded Justice League action figures created by Silof.
Linkage

Jenna Jameson's Shadow Hunter Review
The panel dislikes the first issue.
Rodrigo - art is okay, pacing is awful
Bryan - hated every minute of it, but knows the issue will break even at the LCS
Stephen - art is the saving grace

The Escapists Review
Everyone on the panel gave this a big thumbs up. Stephen challenges Bryan to get his local library to put this title on the shelves. The panel assures listeners that they are not fawning over Brian K. Vaughn it just so happens the last two titles that have had unanimous thumbs up were written by Brian.

Bryan's Question of the Week
Who would win in a fight; Spider-Man or Batman?
Listeners are encouraged to head over to the Major Spoilers website and vote.
Linkage

Close
Make sure to visit Major Spoilers and the Major Spoilers Forum.

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 13:41:26 -0600 major-spoilers-beta-jenna-jamesons-shadow-hunter schleicher@mindspring.com (stephen schleicher The panel reviews Jenna Jameson's Shadow Hunter, and the Escapists from Dark Horse Comics. Toy Fair 2008, and the question of the week. NEWS 1) Toy Fair is going on this week, and the panel talks about some of the items they spied during the week. Linkage 2) Justice League by Gaslight Bryan is blown away by the modded Justice League action figures created by Silof. Linkage Jenna Jameson's Shadow Hunter Review The panel dislikes the first issue. Rodrigo - art is okay, pacing is awful Bryan - hated every minute of it, but knows the issue will break even at the LCS Stephen - art is the saving grace The Escapists Review Everyone on the panel gave this a big thumbs up. Stephen challenges Bryan to get his local library to put this title on the shelves. The panel assures listeners that they are not fawning over Brian K. Vaughn it just so happens the last two titles that have had unanimous thumbs up were written by Brian. Bryan's Question of the Week Who would win in a fight; Spider-Man or Batman? Listeners are encouraged to head over to the Major Spoilers website and vote. Linkage Close Make sure to visit Major Spoilers and the Major Spoilers Forum. Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. comic books, pop culture, comics, dc, marvel no 48:12 Major Spoilers Alpha: The Gangs All Here http://www.majorspoilers.com Introductions of the Panel Members
(Stephen, Bryan, and Rodrigo)
NEWS
1) the return of the Major Spoilers website
Linkage

2) Watchmen film put on hold while 20th Century Fox sues Warner Bros.
Linkage

3) DC cancels Teen Titans Go! and Justice League Unlimited
Linkage

4) New JLU figures on the way?
Linkage

Atomic Robo Review
The panel likes a lot
Volume 2 on the way in 2008, will all be based around events of WWII.
www.red5comics.com

Runaways Review
Mixed reactions as the panel compares the first volume to the first season of 24, Heroes, and Lost. Lots of interesting characters without the burden of the Marvel 616 Universe getting in the way.

Who is the best live action Batman?
1943 - Lewis Wilson
1949 - Robert Lowery
1966 - Adam West
1989 - Michael Keaton
1995 - Val Kilmer
1997 - George Clooney
2005 - Christian Bale

Close
Make sure to visit Major Spoilers and the Major Spoilers Forum.

Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store.

]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:24:19 -0600 major-spoilers-alpha-the-gangs-all-here Stephen Schleicher News, reviews, spoilers, and BATMAN! Introductions of the Panel Members (Stephen, Bryan, and Rodrigo) 1) the return of the Major Spoilers website http://www.majorspoilers.com 2) Watchmen film put on hold while 20th Century Fox sues Warner Bros. http://www.majorspoilers.com/archives/2808.htm/ 3) DC cancels Teen Titans Go! and Justice League Unlimited http://www.majorspoilers.com/archives/2795.htm/ 4) New JLU figures on the way? http://www.majorspoilers.com/archives/2757.htm/ Atomic Robo Review The panel likes a lot Volume 2 on the way in 2008, will all be based around events of WWII. www.red5comics.com Runaways Review Mixed reactions as the panel compares the first volume to the first season of 24, Heroes, and Lost. Lots of interesting characters without the burden of the Marvel 616 Universe getting in the way. Who is the best live action Batman? 1943 - Lewis Wilson 1949 - Robert Lowery 1966 - Adam West 1989 - Michael Keaton 1995 - Val Kilmer 1997 - George Clooney 2005 - Christian Bale Bryan goes for Val, Rodrigo likes Keaton, and Stephen cops out pointing out what he likes about each of the actors playing the role of the Dark Knight. Close Make sure to visit Major Spoilers (www.majorspoilers.com) and the Major Spoilers Forum (http://majorspoilers.com/smf/index.php) Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewArtist?id=19086826 no 1:02:56