Beauty and the Beat Review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine It’s not quite right to say that the Go-Go’s' 1981 debut, Beauty and the Beat, is where new wave caught hold in the U.S., but it’s not quite wrong, either. Prior to this, there had certainly been new wave hits -- Blondie had been reaching the Top Ten for two years running -- but the Go-Go’s ushered in the era of big, bright stylish pop, spending six weeks at the top of the U.S. charts and generating two singles that defined the era: the cool groove of “Our Lips Are Sealed” and the exuberant “We Got the Beat.” So big were these two hits that they sometimes suggested that Beauty and the Beat was a hits-and-filler record, an impression escalated by the boost the Go-Go’s received from the just-launched MTV, yet that’s hardly the case. Beauty and the Beat is sharp, clever, and catchy, explicitly drawing from the well of pre-Beatles ‘60s pop -- girl group harmonies, to be sure, but surf-rock echoes throughout -- but filtering it through the nervy energy of punk. With the assistance of Rob Freeman, producer Richard Gottehrer -- a veteran of the Strangeloves (“I Want Candy”) who also wrote the girl group standard “My Boyfriend’s Back” -- sanded down the band’s rougher edges, keeping the emphasis on the hooks and harmonies but giving the Go-Go’s enough kick and jangle that at times the group resembles nothing less than early R.E.M., particularly on “How Much More” and “Tonite.” But this isn’t Murmur; there is nothing murky about Beauty and the Beat at all -- this is infectiously cheerful pop, so hooky it’s sometimes easy to overlook how well-written these tunes are, but it’s the sturdiness of the songs that makes Beauty and the Beat a new wave classic.

Jac and Tony are Back and they discuss family.

It’s Helena’s first solo adventure, a three part story from the pages of Batman Family! Someone’s setting fires in downtown Gotham, simple arson or is there something bigger afoot? Only the Huntress can find out! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Batman Family https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman_Family

It’s part two of my conversation with Spider-Dan as we cover the Amazing Spider-Man in this episode of Classic Comics! It’s a two part Classic Comics Conversation encompassing a plethora of aspects of the world of Spider- Man. Make sure you stick around for the special musical outro for the episode! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman…Also Starring.” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family, and Anachronistic Comics a DIY anthology comic in which I have writer/artist/creator credits. Links Spider-Dan and the Secret Bores Podcast https://www.spiderdanandthesecretbores.com/

Clone Wars Conversations continues with the first part of Season 5 (episodes 1-5)! Dave, Maff & Mike have split this season up into 4 so they can talk in-depth about discuss certain arcs and individual episodes of The Clone Wars in more detail, to make this Clone Wars companion podcast even better! In this episode, the trio discuss the episode Revival before delving into the 4-part Onderon arc with young Saw Gerrera; A War On Two Fronts, Front Runners, Soft War and Tipping Points. The first episode continues Maul & Savage Opress’ stories and features Obi-Wan Kenobi and Hondo Ohnaka while the 4-parter shows Anakin, Obi-Wan and Ahsoka training rebels on the Separatist-occupied world of Onderon! There is so much to discuss in this episode, including the clear Rogue One connections and Dave, Maff & Mike also continue to talk about the progression of these episodes, the involved characters and some lore & trivia sprinkled in! Clone Wars Conversations has been releasing monthly since January 21st 2024 on the usual podcast feeds & YouTube (eps 221, 225, 229, 233, 236, 238, 241 & 244 of GCC): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl The trio are all featuring in episodes of JAC’s Back to The Filmography which are out now, or soon to be released! Dave talks about Dazed & Confused, Maff does Boys On The Side and Mike does Glory Daze! Listen to BttF anywhere you find podcasts: https://podfollow.com/1686261095 Maff is @MaffUK78 on Twitter and recently spoke about the TMNT story The Last Ronin on Indie Comics Spotlight here: https://pod.fo/e/24c64a, plus he did a spider-related podcast with Spider-Dan here: https://pod.fo/e/22733f You can find Dave on Twitter @SeattleDojos, or the podcasts Comics In Motion, the VHS Strikes Back: https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback and Chris & Dave’s Reality TV Cast: https://anchor.fm/cdrealitycast  Mike, Dave & Tonya Todd on Mandatory Music & CD talking Rage Against The Machine: https://pod.fo/e/250335 Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including interviewing Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC, found here: https://pod.fo/e/23d985 & https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0 Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat

Please check out Comics Lit Vol 1!!!

It’s the showdown between Power Girl and Brainwave! With a couple other JSAers in tow, Power Girl shows Brainwave and the world that she can do this on her own. Plus, we finally meet Karen Starr! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Will the Real Power Girl Please Stand Up? https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/05/30/will-the-real-power- girl-please-stand-up/ Retro Review: Power Girl TPB (2006) https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/06/06/retro-review-power- girl-tpb-2006/ Current Power Girl Series Reviews https://dccomicsnews.com/?s=leah+williams+power+girl+r eview

Today’s book: Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo (2020) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Lisa Rayne https://lisarayne.com/ Instagram: @authorrayne https://www.bookbub.com/profile/lisa-rayne Alyson Shelton https://alysonshelton.com/ Instagram: @byalysonshelton https://www.reburncomic.com/ Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today’s book: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro (2005) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them.   Guest Links: Wendy Wimmer Entry Level - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60557291-entry-level Social Media: @wendywimmer http://www.wendywimmer.com/   Brandon Mead https://www.fiercestorytelling.com/ Instagram: @fiercestorytelling   Kat Fieler https://www.kjfieler.com/ Writer 2 Writer Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@KatFieler   Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today’s book: Losing the Girl: Book 1 in the Life on Earth series by MariNaomi (2018) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them.   Guest Links: Veronica Klash https://veronicaklash.com/ Instagram & Twitter: @veronicaklash   Ada McCartney https://aamccartney.com/ https://www.femmeon.show/   MariNaomi https://marinaomi.com/ Social media: @marinaomiart https://www.patreon.com/marinaomi   Database links: https://cartoonistsofcolor.com/ https://queercartoonists.com/ https://www.disabledcartoonists.com/   Active Activism with MariNaomi: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-marinaomi   Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today’s book: Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison (1952) Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Anthony Holt Jr. https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product/comics-lit-vol-1/ Fly Messias Instagram: @flyinhd Facebook: @Mzz.Fly Spider-Dan https://www.spiderdanandthesecretbores.com/ Instagram & Threads: @spiderdansecretbores Spider-Dan’s chats with Tonya: She-Hulk: Podcast at Large (with Tony) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pVJsszZ0IWujgMOah7uEa Batman Returns https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hLsrrRifjwXdSgIKZkYZ0 The Crow https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FET2Ys49yOtYVSJLefVYo Pam Grier Movies: Coffy vs Foxy Brown https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hRGcuPqwoRjhcrbHgn5xw Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Season 3, Episode 3 September 24, 2024 Today’s book: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell (2005) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Diamond Larson https://www.wehaveavoicenonprofit.org/ https://www.instagram.com/whavnonprofit/ https://www.clubchrist.org/ Ria Carrogan https://www.femmeon.show/ Instagram: @riacarrogan https://www.trussell.org.uk/ https://www.macmillan.org.uk/ Kevin M. Gallagher, Jr. https://thatnerdykev.com/ Social media: @Thatnerdykev https://awesomepodcast.com/ https://headstrong.org/ Active Activism with WHAV: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-whav Book recommendations: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60899356-the-pengrooms https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203153333-the-secret-ingredient Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today’s book: Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler (1993) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Oksana Marifioti https://www.oksana-marafioti.com/ Instagram: @OksanaMarafioti Facebook: @oksanamarafiotiauthor Gregory A. Kompes http://gregoryakompes.com/ Instagram & Facebook: @GregoryAKompes Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gregory-A.-Kompes/author/B001K8O6FQ Jennia D'Lima https://jenniaedits.com/ Instagram: @jenniaahava Facebook: @jennia.ahava Jennia’s chat with Tonya: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1cbZ9QxPbJ8ZNv1f6hPjHL Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Season 3, Episode 1 September 22, 2024 Today’s book: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume (1970) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Vogue Robinson www.Vogue316.com Instagram: @voguer316 Amanda Skenandore www.amandaskenandore.com Instagram: @amandaskenadore Mike Burton Social media: @genuinechitchat https://genuinechitchat.wordpress.com/ https://www.youtube.com/GenuineChitChat Other Mike and Tonya collaborations: Ep 97 - It’s Never All The Way Right: Modern Shakespeare, Acting & Default White Characters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20pnVYRMbvI 101 P1: Just A Chat About Superheroes: Childhood Crushes, Current Movies & The Late Chadwick Boseman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyOVyISI1SE Discussing Loki Episodes 1-3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp1nZGLrD8A Ep 172 - Banned Books Week: Censorship, Subjective Offense & The Freedom To Read https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cglgZRjGrrc Exploring The Idea Of #God: Adversity, God’s Voice & You’ve Gotta Lose To Win https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGYtNDNcs5w Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Clone Wars Conversations continues with the third & final part of Season 4 “Battle Lines” (episodes 19-22)! Dave, Maff & Mike have split this season up into 3 so the trio can discuss certain arcs and individual episodes of The Clone Wars in more detail to make this Clone Wars companion podcast even better! In this episode, the trio discuss the 4-part arc with episodes Massacre, Bounty, Brothers and Revenge. These episodes are centred around the Nightsisters of Dathomir, Savage Opress finding (Darth) Maul and Asajj Ventress finding her way in the universe, while Obi-Wan is pursuing on Maul & Opress. Dave, Maff & Mike talk about these episodes that are far more mature than prior episodes, while delving deeper into the involved characters & galactic events, all with some lore/trivia sprinkled in! Clone Wars Conversations has been releasing monthly since January 21st 2024 on the usual podcast feeds & YouTube (eps 221, 225, 229, 233, 236, 238 & 241 of GCC): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl Maff is @MaffUK78 on Twitter and recently spoke about the TMNT story The Last Ronin on Indie Comics Spotlight here: https://pod.fo/e/24c64a, plus he did a spider-related podcast with Spider-Dan here: https://pod.fo/e/22733f You can find Dave on Twitter @SeattleDojos, or the podcasts Comics In Motion, the VHS Strikes Back: https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback and Chris & Dave’s Reality TV Cast: https://anchor.fm/cdrealitycast - Dave recently guested on several episodes of X-Amining X-Men ’97 on Comics In Motion! Mike, Dave & Tonya Todd on Mandatory Music & CD talking Rage Against The Machine: https://pod.fo/e/250335 Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including interviewing Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC, found here: https://pod.fo/e/23d985 & https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0 Guest Spots: Mike & Megan recently appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about District 9 for Alien Month! Listen here: https://pod.fo/e/24f513 Mike & Megan recently guested on Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, on the first week of Love Island: https://pod.fo/e/24596f Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria return for Disney Discussions 12, to talk about The Rocketeer & Condorman: https://pod.fo/e/2413fd Mike & Megan were on Back To The Filmography, talking Meg 2 with JAC: https://pod.fo/e/250f89  Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat

In part 3 of our look at the Amazing Spider-Man, we welcome Spider-Fan Spider-Dan! It’s a two part Classic Comics Conversation encompassing a plethora of aspects of the world of Spider-Man. Make sure you come back for Part 2 next month and stick around for the special musical outro for the episode! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman…Also Starring.” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family, and Anachronistic Comics a DIY anthology comic in which I have writer/artist/creator credits. Links Spider-Dan and the Secret Bores Podcast https://www.spiderdanandthesecretbores.com/

Power Girls fights off her Symbioship and Andrew Vinson learns a little bit more about Superman’s cousin. Is this the beginning of a friendship? You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Will the Real Power Girl Please Stand Up? https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/05/30/will-the-real-power- girl-please-stand-up/ Retro Review: Power Girl TPB (2006) https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/06/06/retro-review-power- girl-tpb-2006/

Notes: It’s the first issue of a 3-issue tryout for a Power Girl solo series! Learn more about Kara’s past and motivations as she gets to face things on her own. You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Will the Real Power Girl Please Stand Up? https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/05/30/will-the-real-power- girl-please-stand-up/ Retro Review: Power Girl TPB (2006) https://dccomicsnews.com/2023/06/06/retro-review-power- girl-tpb-2006/

Find Leyna & Doug on X: @dougvincent1138 Leyna has also been on the Into The Knight Moon Knight podcast on episodes 299, 315 & 332: https://intotheknight.libsyn.com  Find the Moon Knight essay book “Waxing And Waning” that Leyna contributed to here: http://sequart.org/books/40/waxing-and-waning-essays-on-moon-knight. DID Resources: https://did-research.org - https://did-research.org/did/history/index.html - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4959824

Tony is joined by Matthew B. Lloyd to discuss the four year long endeavor of creating their own comic collection: Anachronistic Comics! While the cover isn't done yet, the page is up. Please check it out! You can find Tony online at his personal website. You can find Matt on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where he write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out his chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives-ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family.

Is there such a thing as a perfect season of TV? Jac and Tony investigate and have an on-air disagreement of sorts.

Clone Wars Conversations continues with the second part (of three) of Season 4 “Battle Lines” (episodes 11-18)! Dave, Maff & Mike have split this season up into 3 so the trio can discuss certain arcs and individual episodes of The Clone Wars in more detail to make this Clone Wars companion podcast even better! In this episode, the trio discuss the 3-part episode arc, centering around Anakin, Ahsoka & Obi-Wan confronting Zygerrian slavers and Anakin must win favour of the slaver queen, then we get a one-off episode where Ahsoka & Lux Bonteri meet Deathwatch and then we finish with the 4-part episode arc where Obi-Wan fakes his own death to go undercover as a bounty hunter, but can he accomplish his goal while Anakin goes on a quest for vengeance? Dave, Maff & Mike talk about all of these episodes and delve deeper into the involved characters & galactic events, all with some lore/trivia sprinkled in! Clone Wars Conversations has been releasing monthly since January 21st 2024 on the usual podcast feeds & YouTube (eps 221, 225, 229, 233, 236 & 238 of GCC): ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl⁠ Maff is @MaffUK78 on Twitter and recently spoke about the TMNT story The Last Ronin on Indie Comics Spotlight here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24c64a⁠, plus he did a spider-related podcast with Spider-Dan here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22733f⁠ You can find Dave on Twitter @SeattleDojos, or the podcasts Comics In Motion, the VHS Strikes Back: ⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠ and Chris & Dave’s Reality TV Cast: ⁠https://anchor.fm/cdrealitycast⁠ - Dave recently guested on several episodes of X-Amining X-Men ’97 on Comics In Motion! Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including interviewing Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC, found here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/23d985⁠ & ⁠https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0⁠  The Acolyte has finished, but you can still listen to all 7 episodes of the weekly discussions, with different guests each episode, including Maff & Dave! Listen on the Comics In Motion or Star Wars: Comics In Canon podcasts or watch at ⁠youtube.com/GenuineChitChat⁠! Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠  If you would like to donate to Steve J Ray’s Macmillan nurses, please donate here: ⁠https://tributefunds.macmillan.org.uk/In-Memory/Steve-J-Ray-⁠ The previous episode of Genuine Chit-Chat was the fourth episode of Monthly Mike & Megan, with an episode all about Childhood Cartoons, as submitted by Maff! M&M discuss their memories of cartoons from a young age, the weirdness of 90s cartoons, their favourites, related video games and more! GUEST SPOTS: Mike & Megan recently appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about District 9 for Alien Month! Listen here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24f513⁠ Mike & Megan recently guested on Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, on the first week of Love Island: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24596f⁠Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria return for Disney Discussions 12, to talk about The Rocketeer & Condorman: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠Mike & Megan were on Back To The Filmography, talking Meg 2 with JAC: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250f89⁠  Mike & Tonya Todd on Mandatory Music & CD talking Rage Against The Machine: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250335⁠ Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠  

We don't do work, we do damage.

Notes: Helena Wayne travels to Earth-One to meet that Earth’s Bruce Wayne/ Batman. Huntress seeks to learn what she can about the costumed life from Batman, Robin, Batgirl (Barbara Gordon) and Batwoman (Kathy Kane). You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Kathy Kane (Batwoman) (Earth-One) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batwoman_(Kathy_Kane) https://dcuguide.com/w/Batwoman_(Kathy_Kane)_Chrono logy Kathy Kane (Batwoman) (Earth-Two) https://dcuguide.com/w/Batwoman_(Kathy_Kane)_(Earth- Two)_Chronology

Tony and Scott have a nice long talk about writing and other stuff, but mostly writing. It is really good. Please pick up the Moon Knight and Judge Dredd collections.

The Acolyte has finished, and what a ride it’s been! Mike is joined by Angry Andy to talk about this finale and as both have quite different viewpoints on the show, it’s more of a debate than a review! So, in this episode, Andy & Mike first talk about their expectations for the show, before delving into some issues with the show, including the Osha & Mae’s characters, before hearing a bit from Spider-Dan - he couldn’t make it to the recording but did record something which Andy & Mike listen to throughout and discuss! Andy & Mike then speak about the pacing and format of The Acolyte, and how it compares to other series. The duo (& Dan) also talk about prequel comparisons, side-characters, crystal bleeding, the future of the series, Bazil, The High Republic, Senator Rayencourt and so much more in this massive finale to this divisive series! Find Angry Andy’s YouTube here: ⁠https://youtube.com/AngryAndyReviews⁠ And on Instagram : @angry_andy1138 & X: @Andy_Review Mike & Megan recently appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about District 9 for Alien Month! Listen here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24f513⁠ Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠   Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠    Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Mike & Tonya Todd on Mandatory Music & CD talking Rage Against The Machine: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250335⁠ Mike on Back To The Filmography, talking Meg 2 with Megan & JAC: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250f89⁠ Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135

Singer/songwriter/poet Michael Penn is on the docket and Tony and Heath are fans.

#5- The Amazing Spider-Man Part 2: My 70’s Nostalgia Part 2 of the Silver Age Spotlight on the Amazing Spider- Man is a personal look back at my earliest experiences with everyone’s favorite Wall Crawler. Comics, toys and television- my memories of the 70’s! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family. Links Amazing Spider-Man #138 https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Amazing_Spider- Man_Vol_1_138 Spider-Man at the Mego Museum https://www.megomuseum.com/galleries/spider-man/

This time Tony and Jac go back to 1972 and have a goovy time.

Star Wars: The Acolyte continues, this week with Thomas Rochester from Reckless Rebellion, to talk with Mike about Episode 7: Choice! In this episode, the duo first talk about what they think has worked in this show and what hasn’t, before delving into the penultimate episode of the series.They discuss pacing & episode runtimes, wasted characters, Torbin’s vision, the fire, the witches, the mind-control fight scene, the twins, Vernestta Rwoh and even the limited connections to The High Republic – Thomas & Mike are both positive enjoyers of Star Wars, but has this episode made them reach their limit? Find Thomas Rochester’s social media, podcast, short film and more here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/tcrochesteract⁠ In August last year, Mike spoke with Thomas Rochester on his show Reckless Rebellion to talk about the 3 Thrawn book trilogies: ⁠⁠https://pod.fo/e/1df29c⁠⁠ Thomas also appeared on episode 211 of Genuine Chit-Chat to talk about the soul, prophetic dreams and more: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1fa55b⁠ Mike on Back To The Filmography, talking Meg 2 with Megan & JAC: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250f89⁠ Mike & Tonya Todd on Mandatory Music & CD talking Rage Against The Machine: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/250335⁠ Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠   Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠    Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Mike & Megan recently appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about District 9 for Alien Month! Listen here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24f513⁠ Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135⁠

It's here, the show that can - and will - cover EVERYTHING Batman. "Detective Comments: The Batman Podcast." Join Steve J. Ray (@el_steevo on X) and James Attias (@jamesattiasDC27) as they discuss their favourite comics character. In later issues they'll be joined by guests to talk about favourite runs, writers, artists, stories, graphic novels, and Batman media featuring the Dark Knight and Bat-Family. This is the show that's all things Batman. @FANuniverses @ComicsInMotionP

The Huntress reveals her identity to Ted Grant to gain his trust so they can rescue Star-Spangled Kid from the Strike Force. The reveal leads Sylvester to a huge surprise! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from

Rage Against the Machine Review by Eduardo Rivadavia Probably the first album to successfully merge the seemingly disparate sounds of rap and heavy metal, Rage Against the Machine's self-titled debut was groundbreaking enough when released in 1992, but many would argue that it has yet to be surpassed in terms of influence and sheer brilliance -- though countless bands have certainly tried. This is probably because the uniquely combustible creative relationship between guitar wizard Tom Morello and literate rebel vocalist Zack de la Rocha could only burn this bright, this once. While the former's roots in '80s heavy metal shredding gave rise to an inimitable array of six-string acrobatics and rhythmic special effects (few of which anyone else has managed to replicate), the latter delivered meaningful rhymes with an emotionally charged conviction that suburban white boys of the ensuing nu-metal generation could never hope to touch. As a result, syncopated slabs of hard rock insurrection like "Bombtrack," "Take the Power Back," and "Know Your Enemy" were as instantly unforgettable as they were astonishing. Yet even they paled in comparison to veritable clinics in the art of slowly mounting tension such as "Settle for Nothing," "Bullet in the Head," and the particularly venomous "Wake Up" (where Morello revises Led Zeppelin's "Kashmir" riff for his own needs) -- all of which finally exploded with awesome power and fury. And even listeners who were unable (or unwilling) to fully process the band's unique clash of muscle and intellect were catered to, as RATM were able to convey their messages through stubborn repetition via the fundamental challenge of "Freedom" and their signature track, "Killing in the Name," which would become a rallying cry of disenfranchisement, thanks to its relentlessly rebellious mantra of "Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!" Ultimately, if there's any disappointment to be had with this near-perfect album, it's that it still towers above subsequent efforts as the unequivocal climax of Rage Against the Machine's vision. As such, it remains absolutely essential.

Clone Wars Conversations continues with the first part (of three) of Season 4 “Battle Lines” (episodes 1-10)! Dave, Maff & Mike have split this season up into 3 so the trio can discuss certain arcs and individual episodes of The Clone Wars in more detail to make this Clone Wars companion podcast even better! In this episode, the trio discuss the animation and character development amidst the numerous episodes, starting with 3 part Water War arc on Mon Cala, and how it connects to the 2017 Darth Vader comics, plus the one-off Shadow Warrior episode on Naboo. They then talk about the two peculiar episodes with R2-D2 & C-3PO before delving into one of the most intense arcs in all of Clone Wars; The Darkness On Umbara featuring a lot of clones and the Besalisk Jedi Master Pong Krell!Also be aware of brief spoilers for X-Men ’97 around the 16 minute mark! For the weekly Acolyte discussion show, subscribe to the Comics In Motion or Star Wars: Comics In Canon podcasts or watch at ⁠youtube.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ – Dave was on to discuss episodes 1&2 and Maff is due on next week for episode 3! Clone Wars Conversations has been releasing monthly since January 21st 2024 on the usual podcast feeds & YouTube (eps 221, 225, 229, 233 & 236 of GCC): ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl⁠ Dave, Maff & Mike have also spoken about The Phantom Menace, Attack Of The Clones and The Clone Wars Movie on this feed (GCC episodes 212, 214 & 217) Maff is @MaffUK78 on Twitter and recently spoke about the TMNT story The Last Ronin on Indie Comics Spotlight here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24c64a⁠, plus he did a spider-related podcast with Spider-Dan here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22733f⁠ You can find Dave on Twitter @SeattleDojos, or the podcasts Comics In Motion, the VHS Strikes Back: ⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠ and Chris & Dave’s Reality TV Cast: ⁠https://anchor.fm/cdrealitycast⁠ - Dave recently guested on several episodes of X-Amining X-Men ’97 on Comics In Motion! Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including interviewing Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC, found here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/23d985⁠ & ⁠https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0⁠   Mike has also been releasing weekly Acolyte discussion shows – you can listen at the Comics In Motion or Star Wars: Comics In Canon podcasts, or watch at ⁠https://youtube.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ – Dave was for the premiere and Maff was on episode 3, with Tonya Todd on ep 4 & JAC on ep 5! Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠  The previous episode of Genuine Chit-Chat was the third episode of Mike & Megan’s show, with an episode all about Parenting, as submitted by Tony (A.R.) Farina! M&M discuss what their childhoods, their thoughts on becoming parents in the future, children's behaviours and more! GUEST SPOTS: For something completely different, Mike recently guested on Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, filling in for Chris on the first week of Love Island (with Megan): ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24596f⁠  Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria return for Disney Discussions 12, to talk about The Rocketeer & Condorman: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Mike also featured on the VHS Strikes Back, talking Trainspotting: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22437b⁠ Mike hosted the 1000th episode of Comics In Motion: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22046f⁠ - ⁠https://youtu.be/OqFFFehte5A⁠ Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠ 

The Acolyte continues, but due to his own busyness, Mike doesn’t have a guest this week so he’s tackling episode 6 solo! In this episode Mike expands upon his own thoughts on the show as a whole, noting what he thinks is working, what isn’t, and how the show’s format could be improved. He then talks about his thoughts on the remaining characters in Acolyte, how much content was actually in this week’s episode and what he hopes for the future! Mike & Megan recently appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about District 9 for Alien Month! Listen here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24f513⁠ Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠ Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠ Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠  Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Mike's Other Podcast Appearances: Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135⁠

Heath and Tony talk about...Legends of Tomorrow Support Kyle’s Kickstart too!   Kickstarter Page: ⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hallowed-issue1/hallowed-chapter-1-a-fantasy-horror-comic⁠ Kyle Website: ⁠https://www.ominous.media/kylestuckauthor⁠Kyle Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kyle_the_ecuadorian/⁠ Noah Website: ⁠https://noahbasle.com/⁠Noah Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/noahbasle/⁠ Riccardo Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/riccardo_faccini_art/⁠ Jenya Website: ⁠jenya_vie.artstation.com

Tony and Maff do flips, eat pizza, and rap. And talk about The Last Ronin. And Frank Miller. And Vanilla Ics Also, like Tony and Maff, support Kyle's Kickstarter. Kickstarter Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hallowed-issue1/hallowed-chapter-1-a-fantasy-horror-comic Kyle Website: https://www.ominous.media/kylestuckauthor Kyle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyle_the_ecuadorian/ Noah Website: https://noahbasle.com/ Noah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahbasle/ Riccardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riccardo_faccini_art/ Jenya Website: jenya_vie.artstation.com

The Acolyte continues and have things finally kicked up a notch? Mike is joined this week by I Am JACs Musings to discuss episode 5: Night! In this episode after JAC & Mike discuss their thoughts on the first half of The Acolyte, then they delve into their detailed thoughts for this week; one of the most actioned-packed episodes of Star Wars ever! The duo talk about the variation in fight choreography, their opinions on Dark Side users, blurred morality lines, character deaths, the twins and Cortosis – all of this and more! JAC’s X & Letterbox handle: @IAmJACsMusings – JAC has his own show called Back To The Filmography and he can be found on episodes, Seasons Greetings & Indie Comics Spotlight on Comics In Motion: ⁠https://podfollow.com/1686261095⁠ & ⁠https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion⁠ Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg and will return for Meg 2 The Trench very soon: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠   Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠  Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135

The members of the Justice Society have to attend to aspects of their personal lives leaving Wildcat and Star- Spangled Kid to man the monitor board. They investigate a bank robbery which leads to the Huntress coming to their rescue! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family.

Tony and Jac are joined by the newest comic power duo, Eric Grissom and Will Perkins to talk Goblin 2. Order Goblin 2.   What would you sacrifice to protect the one you loved? Uncover the mystery in the thrilling sequel to the fantasy adventure graphic novel Goblin. One dark and stormy night, Rikt meets a mysterious fortune teller in the woods. When she foresees his best friend, a wolf named Fish-breath, is in mortal danger, he is overcome with the fear of losing her. When an opportunity to protect her presents itself, Rikt trades the freedom of the wild for the protection of Underwood—an orphanage for monster children and a sanctuary for wolves. Was his bargain worth the price? And what fate awaits the children who live there? The Wolf and the Well is perfect for fans of fantasy adventure graphic novels like Amulet, Lightfall, and City of Dragons. After losing his parents, Rikt struggles with a fear of being alone. The anxiety becomes unbearable when he receives three prophecies from a mysterious witch, one of which foretells a terrible fate for his best friend, a wolf named Fish-breath. After the first two prophecies prove true, Rikt meets Ms. Evelyn, a friendly human who offers them protection at Underwood, an orphanage for monstrous creatures and wayward wolves. Rikt soon learns things at Underwood are not what they seem and suspects the other children are in danger. With the help of a servant troll girl and a neurotic faun, Rikt must uncover the mystery of Underwood before he learns first-hand what horrors await at the bottom of an ancient well.     https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/201756421-goblin-volume-2   https://www.ericgrissom.com/   https://www.willperkinscomics.com/    

We continue with The Acolyte and have now passed the halfway mark, and who better to join Mike on this High Republic journey than Tonya Todd! This week brings the fourth episode (of eight) so Mike & Tonya discuss how they’ve found the first half of the show; Tonya explains what she didn’t like about previous episodes, and although they jump around a bit, they confirm their thoughts on Vernestra Rwoh & the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca, what the payoff of the twins storyline will be, how the show has been structured, the lack of action and the quality of the writing – all of this and more! Tonya’s site:⁠⁠ http://mstonyatodd.com ⁠ - Find her @MsTonyaTodd on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter/X! Tonya is also writing & directing her first short film, called Mourning Sacrifice! Find out details and how to support here: https://seedandspark.com/fund/mourning-sacrifice#story Tonya Todd & Tony (A.R.) Farina have put together comic essays from some incredible people in Comics Lit Volume 1, which will be out in October 2024, find it wherever you buy your books! 15% off pre-order when from publisher directly: ⁠https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product-category/series/comics-lit/⁠ UK Amazon: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comics-Lit-Vol-Tonya-Todd/dp/B0D19P51R2⁠ US Amazon: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Comics-Lit-Vol-Tonya-Todd-ebook/dp/B0D1RBLZV3⁠ Later in 2024, Tonya will be recording 7 more episodes of Banned Books conversations, check out last year’s batch via these two links: https://pod.fo/e/1f3a1c  - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonS23Pw8PqMmFcYx2afdJUG4wuAsR-Lh&si=-VudLLqpofDVCl6P  Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI    Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat     Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: https://pccnewsletter.com     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: https://pod.fo/e/2370b0 Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: https://pod.fo/e/2413fd Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: https://pod.fo/e/227135

It’s a part 1 of something a little different, a three episode look at the Amazing Spider-Man.  Part 1 examines why there was no Amazing Fantasy #1-14.  Plus, a full read through and analysis of Amazing Fantasy #15, Spider-Man’s first appearance, including the 3 other stories in the issue besides Spider-Man’s debut.     You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected].   You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories.   You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe-Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy-Blackwell-Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZMF3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&sprefix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1   “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses-Multidisciplinary-Perspectives-ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQD&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=1695406720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Caps%2C284&sr=8-1   I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….”  Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the Comics in Motion family.   Amazing Fantasy #15 Links   Amazing Fantasy Omnibus at Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/AMAZING-FANTASY-OMNIBUS-NEW-PRINTING/dp/130292270X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=285FO2D50BTWJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DNci4JgPH59_PBi7CxlkyiZdOxk3dyjVywv6bqCu0TOgKiPPN0njo77ZoT8VscLB9M96ApU2MV3-whZVLEBxJ3-JKQExMFVHxrpNM_nHn77Sny2Msor2K0hwY5cqYGjNISy_PguxOv_ehGKtvI3llS5T8Wj49JJNuxDz55UEvaVXc8pnSR7F8Qp_KsadB28j71F1RQRsQoO9N_os8ibe_drBdc0_PgFelIB4bCtGv9Q.sG_jZ_B4HiZ1q2zV0v0y36EfDqDuS085y3Fy8pmfyOg&dib_tag=se&keywords=amazing+fantasy+omnibus&qid=1713910223&sprefix=amazing+fantasy+ombnibus%2Caps%2C1724&sr=8-1   Dr. Droom/ Dr. Druid at Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_Druid Amazing Adventures/ Amazing Adult Fantasy at Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazing_Fantasy  

We continue the new era on-screen; Acolyte set during the High Republic! Tune in each week for Mike & different guests, and this week is Clone Wars Conversations co-host; Maff! This week brings forth the lowest rated live-action Star Wars episode ever (as of recording this), so Mike & Maff ask the questions; is this episode any good? Do the witches break the canon? Is Mother Naasa a member of the ancient Sith species? The duo discuss their thoughts on the flashback, the many witches of Star Wars, force-sensitivity, the controversial “immaculate conception”, characters, toxic fandom and more! Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠   Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠   Find Maff on Letterboxd as Maff78 (⁠https://letterboxd.com/maff78⁠) and as @MaffUK78 on X, or in a variety of shows on the Comics In Motion, Back to the Filmography and Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores podcasts! Mike mentioned Angry Andy Reviews near the end of the pod, check his YouTube channel out here: ⁠https://youtube.com/@AngryAndyReviews⁠ Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Other Podcasts Mike & Dave Have Done Together: Mike was on Mandatory Music & CD, talking Weezer: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/224890⁠ Mike also featured on the VHS Strikes Back, talking Trainspotting: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22437b⁠ Mike hosted the 1000th episode of Comics In Motion: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22046f⁠ - ⁠https://youtu.be/OqFFFehte5A⁠ Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135⁠

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Last episode we took a look at the first appearances of the Huntress. Episode 22 goes back a bit in time as we explore Batman and Catwoman’s relationship as told in “The Autobiography of Bruce Wayne.” Plus, it’s the marriage of the Earth-Two Superman and Lois Lane! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected] . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe- Political-Thought/dp/3030057755 “Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer the World?” https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Philosophy- Blackwell- Culture/dp/1119635845/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F69N3WJBZM F3&keywords=what+can+wakanda&qid=1642053514&spr efix=what+can+wakanda%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1 “Batman’s Villains and Villainesses: Multidisciplinary Perspectives On Arkham’s Souls” https://www.amazon.com/Batmans-Villains-Villainesses- Multidisciplinary-Perspectives- ebook/dp/B0C5SHX9BJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D49SBV4K1UQ D&keywords=villains+and+villainess+arkham&qid=16954 06720&sprefix=villains+and+villainesses+arkaham%2Cap s%2C284&sr=8-1 I’ve also submitted my essay on Silver St. Cloud to be included in “Batman, Also Starring….” Also look out for the forthcoming “Comics Lit.” series from members of the

Clone Wars Conversations continues with the second half of Season 3 (Episodes 12-22)! Dave, Maff & Mike discuss every episode of Clone Wars in this show, making it the perfect Clone Wars companion podcast! In more detail, the trio discuss four story-arcs within these 12 episodes, starting with the introduction of Savage Opress with Asajj’s separation from Dooku, after the Nightsister magic, our trio talk about one of the most unique arcs in Star wars; The Mortis Gods and ponder on The Chosen One Prophecy. Shortly thereafter their attention goes to Tarkin and the Citadel arc, followed by the 2 episode arc where Ahsoka meets Chewbacca – all of this and more awaits you! For the weekly Acolyte discussion show, subscribe to the Comics In Motion or Star Wars: Comics In Canon podcasts or watch at ⁠youtube.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ – Dave was on to discuss episodes 1&2 and Maff is due on next week for episode 3! For something completely different, Mike recently guested on Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, filling in for Chris on the first week of Love Island (with Megan): ⁠https://pod.fo/e/24596f⁠ The first four episodes of Clone Wars Conversations have been releasing monthly since January 21st 2024 on the usual podcast feeds & YouTube (eps 221, 225, 229 & 233 of GCC): ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl⁠ Dave, Maff & Mike have also spoken about The Phantom Menace, Attack Of The Clones and The Clone Wars Movie on this feed (GCC episodes 212, 214 & 217) Maff is @MaffUK78 on Twitter and recently did a spider-related podcast with Dan here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22733f⁠ & on Back To The Filmography here: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/4gVI3zIyNbc7fM3DbCdL0n?si=vJlnGaqyQrakJCVl_2lJUQ⁠ You can find Dave on Twitter @SeattleDojos, or the podcasts Comics In Motion, the VHS Strikes Back: ⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠ and Chris & Dave’s Reality TV Cast: ⁠https://anchor.fm/cdrealitycast⁠ - Dave recently guested on several episodes of X-Amining X-Men ’97 on Comics In Motion! Also check out all 5 episodes of Rebels Reviewed, where Dave, Maff & Mike tackle all 4 seasons and a bonus wrap-up episode, all found on any podcast app and on YouTube: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1defff⁠ - ⁠https://youtu.be/BrZrvENUlTM⁠ Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including interviewing Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC, found here: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/23d985⁠ & ⁠https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0⁠ The previous episode of Genuine Chit-Chat was a special episode where Mike speaks with Leyna; she is one of several alters in the Doug Vincent System, to explain the condition of Dissociative Identity Disorder; what it means, how it affects you and what living with it is really like. Don’t miss Disney Discussions 12, about The Rocketeer & Condorman! DD12 is on the feed of Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores, on any podcast app & YouTube: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     GUEST SPOTS: Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria return for Disney Discussions 12, to talk about The Rocketeer & Condorman: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Mike was chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135⁠ Mike was recently on Mandatory Music & CD, talking Weezer: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/224890⁠ Mike also featured on the VHS Strikes Back, talking Trainspotting: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22437b⁠ Mike hosted the 1000th episode of Comics In Motion: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22046f⁠ - ⁠https://youtu.be/OqFFFehte5A⁠ Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠ 

We begin in a new era on-screen; Acolyte takes place towards the end of the High Republic and Mike is along for the ride! Tune in each week for Mike & different guests talking about each episode of the Acolyte! This week Mike is joined by Dave and they discuss the first two episodes; Lost/Found and Revenge/Justice. As well as the episodes & overall plot, the duo discuss their opinions on each character, where they think the series is going, whether or not they’re drawn into the mystery of the show, their thoughts on the action scenes and more, with Mike providing insight into the High Republic books & comics and how they may link into Acolyte (especially with characters like Vernestra Rwoh)! Watch the video version here: ⁠https://youtu.be/SA5yFDNcQlo⁠ Keep an eye out on Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast for Mike’s debut, talking with Megan & Dave about the first week of Love Island 2024! Mike, Dave & Maff discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they’re currently in Season 3, so tune in wherever you’re listening to this and you can even watch on YouTube! ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI⁠ Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at ⁠https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat⁠  Find Dave @SeattleDojos on X and on the Comics In Motion Feed, the VHS Strikes Back Podcast and Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast! Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: ⁠https://pccnewsletter.com⁠     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: ⁠https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠ Other Podcasts Mike & Dave Have Done Together: Mike was on Mandatory Music & CD, talking Weezer: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/224890⁠ Mike also featured on the VHS Strikes Back, talking Trainspotting: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22437b⁠ Mike hosted the 1000th episode of Comics In Motion: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/22046f⁠ - ⁠https://youtu.be/OqFFFehte5A⁠ Other Mike Podcast Appearances: Mike & Megan returned to Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham in The Meg: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2370b0⁠ Disney Discussions 12; about The Rocketeer & Condorman, with Mike, Megan, Dan & Ria: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/2413fd⁠ Mike chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20th Century Geek: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/227135