This issue:Hosts Stephen Schleicher and Matthew Peterson read listener mail, and talk about their favorite episodes of Doctor Who. Take a listen, the answers might surprise you. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Rodrigo is still MIA, Stephen is still hooked on Batman, and Matthew likes the shapely form or Spider-Woman. The A-Team returns, and ReBoot gets Rebooted, but never forget Parker, the Hunter, can't lose. NEWS First A-Team image revealed Linkage ReBoot Getting a Reboot Linkage Best of 2009 Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest: Meet the Entrants Linkage REVIEWS Matthew Spider-Woman #2 WRITER: Brian Michael Bendis PENCILS: Alex Maleev The Eisner award winning team of Bendis and Maleev (DAREDEVIL, HALO) unveil a big new chapter in the life of Jessica Drew as she heads to Madripoor to do SWORD's dirty work. Based on the ground-breaking motion comic and featuring all new material. And guest starring Spider-Man!! Stephen Batman Confidential #35 Written by Peter Milligan
Art by Andy Clarke Batman's adventures in Moscow have all been leading to this as BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL double-ships in October! With The Tsar ready to detonate a hydrogen bomb in Moscow, Batman must work with General Lukzov to stop the massacre. In order to save the day, Batman will have to gain a hand from an unlikely ally! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Matthew has it all up in his head that there is only one good writer at Marvel Comics. So we’re asking you, the Legion of Spoilerites to help answer the question. But is it an answer Matthew is prepared for? A) Brian Michael Bendis B) Matt Fraction Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: PARKER The Hunter, the first book in the Parker series, is the story of a man who hits New York head-on like a shotgun blast to the chest. Betrayed by the woman he loved and double-crossed by his partner in crime, Parker makes his way cross-country with only one thought burning in his mind – to coldly exact his revenge and reclaim what was taken from him! Richard (Donald Westlake) Stark’s groundbreaking Parker books are adapted for the first time as a series of graphic novels by Darwyn Cooke. The initial graphic novel brings to life the first Parker book, The Hunter, which introduces readers to the dangerous anti-hero’s cold and calculated world of criminals, thugs, and grifters. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue:Hosts Stephen Schleicher and Matthew Peterson discuss the early years of Doctor Who, why there are many episodes missing, and they take a trip down memory lane. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: we're down a man, but we still soldier on, just like the Five Doctors... (Does this mean Rodrigo is Tom Baker?) Could the foul-mouthed kid from the Bad News Bears really have a head that's sufficiently gourd-like? We need you to nerd the hell out, then send us pictures... If you don't Stephen will read some of his poetry. Plus: Is it just a coincidence that Corps is one letter from Corpse? Tim Drake wants a speckled lemonade and some bottomless steak fries! And the robot overlord decrees a change in the running order, and you MUSTOBEY ROBOT OVERLORD, or risk being marked as not one with Landru... Please lock your seatbacks and tray tables and return the stewardess to her original upright position, as the major spoilers podcast is on the air. NEWS Sinestro Rumor Linkage Who else is in the Thor movie? Linkage Best of 2009 Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest Linkage REVIEWS Matthew Uncanny X-Men #516 COVER BY: Greg Land WRITER: Matt Fraction PENCILS: Greg Land INKS: Greg Land COLORED BY: Justin Ponsor LETTERED BY: VC - Joe Caramagna THE STORY: "NATION X” PART 1 (of 7) He returns. Stephen Red Robin #5
Written by Chris Yost 
Art by Ramon Bachs 
Cover by Francis Manapul "Council of Spiders," Part 1 of 4! Ra's al Ghul goes from hunter to hunted! What is the Council of Spiders, why have they been killing assassins, and who is the Wanderer? After the death of Red Robin last issue, the League of Assassins now must – wait, WHAT? Everything shifts into insane overdrive as the daughter of Wayne Enterprises CEO Lucius Fox completes her quest to find Red Robin, only to get caught up in one of the deadliest games on the face of the planet. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Leave it up to a fan to ask Ryan Ottley for a commission of Invincible and Superboy Prime fighting.  It's a cool concept and one we are happy to life for our own nefarious deeds.  So, we ask you, the Legion of Major Spoilerites, in a battle, who would win, Invincible or Superboy Prime? Invincible Superboy Prime Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Blackest Night (Part 1) Stephen and Matthew dive into the first three issue of DC's Blackest Night series and offer up their perspectives of what is going on in the core title, as well as the 20 or so tie-in issues that flesh out the story. BECAUSE YOU DEMANDED IT! Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue:Dr. Peter Coogan returns to the program to talk about upcoming comic conferences, as well as a discussion as to why NBC's Heroes, is not a superhero show. Also, Stephen Schleicher and Dr. Coogan continue to explore the topic of superheroes as modern mythology. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Weasels and honkies and mice return, and the Orkin man rejoices. Asterix? I remember playing Asterix in the arcades in '82! Fleeing from the Cylon tyranny, the last Battlestar, Galactica, leads a ragtag, fugitive fleet, on a lonely quest—for a shining planet known as Earth." Then: Rodrigo thinks those cuts should heal up nicely if you stop wearing that thing. Plus: For a change of pace, Stephen reviews a bat-title. Also: Every time the Time Lords get together, one of them DIES... so, they got that going for them. Which is nice... And: Jack Lord is spinning in his grave, but his hair still looks perfect. NEWS 50th Anniversary of Asterix this month Linkage New Hawaii Five-0 Linkage Best of 2009 Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo Red Sonja #49 Writer: BRIAN REED Penciller: WALTER GEOVANI This is it as writer Brian Reed ends his Red Sonja run with style (and bloodshed)! And it all leads into the momentous events of Queen Sonja #1 as Dynamite welcomes writer Joshua Ortega and returning artist Mel Rubi to the pages of everyone’s favorite she-devil! Be there! Matthew GALACTICA: 1980 #2 Writer: MARC GUGGENHEIM Penciller/Inker: CEZAR RAZEK One of the most controversial series in Sci Fi’s history is back! Some fans love it, some fans hate it, but one thing’s for certain, writer Marc Guggenheim is going to do Galactica 1980 the “right” way! Lives will be lost as the re-imagining of 1980 begins here and unlike anything you’ve seen before in a Galactica comic book! Featuring artist Cezar (Zorro) Razek along with a fully painted cover from Lucio Parrillo. Stephen Batman: Unseen #1 (of 5) Written by Doug Moench; Art and cover by Kelley Jones
 The fan-favorite Bat-team of Doug Moench and Kelley Jones reunite to introduce the newest member of Batman's rogues gallery in this twice-monthly, 5-issue miniseries! Horrible and unexplained murders have Gotham City held captive. Bizarre deaths have been occurring throughout the city, but the perpetrator is unknown. Even when the crimes have been committed in view of witnesses, all that is seen is a glimpse of a weird, skinless "meat-man" who seems to fade away after the crimes. Gotham's only hope is their Dark Knight Detective, but how can Batman find and fight an Invisible Man? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK A while ago, we asked you, the Major Spoilers Elite to cast your vote on which actor played your favorite Doctor.  Now months later, it appears as if two of those actors are caught in a tie.  We don’t like giving out two first place awards around here, as someone must always be the winner, and someone must always be the loser.  So we’re putting Doctor Who and Doctor Who in cage and asking you once again to cast your vote to decide who lives and who dies (only to be resurrected into the smiling face of Matt Smith). A) Tom Baker B) David Tennant Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Mouse Guard: Winter 1152 In the Winter of 1152, the Mouse Guard face a food and supply shortage threatening the lives of many mouse through a cold and icy season. Some of the Guard’s finest – Saxon, Kenzie, Lieam, and Sadie, led by Celanawe, the legendary Black Axe – traverse the snow-blanketed territories acting as diplomats to improve relations between the mouse cities and the Guard, and find themselves on a race against time to deliver crucial medicines. This is a winter not every Guard may survive… Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

In this issue: Mama said you ain't gonna earn nothin' actin' the fool, but she never figured on our costume contest... The EIC takes over BATO, PDQ! The Dark Knight says NAGANOOTCH! Who's the hottest soopaguy who's a love machine for the JLI? Can you dig it? Also: Second Stage Turbo Ranger Power... It's Morphin' Time! Bad tonsorial decisions in review! Sinestro and Carol Ferris still can't agree who is more in love with Hal Jordan! And now there's a better way to pretend to be a woman than a picture of Selma Blair and typing in lowercase... Get a surrogate! NEWS Dan DiDio to write The Outsiders s Linkage Who’s the sexiest, most handsome of all the DC superheroes? Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo KILL AUDIO #1 Written by Claudio Sanchez Drawn by Sheldon Vella KILL AUDIO follows the adventures of an immortal little troll who struggles to find a purpose in a land where musical and artistic creativity are controlled substances. With a growing team of misfits to keep him company on the crazy road to clarity and an aggravating nemesis setting them back at every turn, will Kill Audio ever find what he’s looking for? Matthew Green Lantern #46 Written by Geoff Johns; Art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy; variant cover by Andy Kubert BLACKEST NIGHT continues! For months, Mongul has wrested control of the Sinestro Corps. Now Sinestro wants a word with him. And Hal wants a word with Sinestro. But in the midst of BLACKEST NIGHT, they'll all become the hunted as the fallen Sinestro Corps members rise. What will happen? Here's a hint: Sinestro gets some serious payback. Stephen Batman: Widening Gyre #2
Written by Kevin Smith; Art by Walter Flanagan and Art Thibert; Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz; variant covers by Gene Ha Kevin Smith's newest Batman adventure has only just begun and already the surprises are pouring in! This issue has more guest-stars, more twists, more turns and more Batman than you can handle. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Sometimes I fear what is going through the mind of SkrullBryan. He’s the one that sent along the Poll of the Week for this week, and I guess from the Skrull point of view, one might spend endless hours pondering the crazy beard look – especially if you are from a race that has more than enough reason to want to cover their chins. Regardless of the mental state of our shape shifting friend, the big question remains… Who makes this look "look" good? A) Dumbledore B) Alan Moore C) John Brown Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Surrogates: Flesh and Bone In a dark, downtown alley in Central Georgia Metropolis, a juvenile prank goes too far and a homeless man is killed. When the ensuing investigation reveals that the attackers aren’t who they appeared to be, justice depends on the testimony of a single missing witness – a street snitch with a history of providing information to a cop named Harvey Greer. Harvey is placed on special assignment to track down the informant, but others have their own designs, including a wealthy socialite and an ex-con turned religious leader known to his followers as The Prophet. As days pass and anger among the anti-surrogate population grows, the city stands on a razor’s edge. Will punishment be exacted in a courtroom or on the streets? Set fifteen years prior to the events of the original Surrogates graphic novel, Flesh & Bone sheds light on the past that binds the cast together. From the streets of Central Georgia Metropolis to the boardroom of Virtual Self, Inc., Flesh & Bone takes us on a journey through a city struggling to come to grips with its present. Not only a suspenseful thriller but also a cautionary tale, this book reminds us that tomorrow will be determined by the choices we make today. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue:The Major Spoilers Crew dives deep into the mailbag to read and respond to their fans. Plus, to satisfy Matthew, yet another round of Word Association Theater. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: In this issue: Freddy's gonna get you, unless you can't afford a ticket. Ben Affleck and Nicholas Cage are still richer than you. And for once, your funny clothes might earn you more than a beating from the cool kids. Plus: Heroes gets company! Kara Zor-El tries to find the man what shot her paw! Bruce Campbell and Obama wonder who truly had the stronger chin. And Ripclaw is the best there is at what he does, and what he does is oddly familiar... You better stay away from him! He'll rip your lungs out Jim! But I'd like to meet his tailor. NEWS New Nightmare on Elm Street Trailer Reactions Linkage Reactions to NBC Pilot “CAPED” Linkage Ghost Rider and Daredevil films get sequels Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo ARMY OF DARKNESS: ASH SAVES OBAMA #2 (OF 4) Writer: ELLIOTT SERRANO Penciller/Inker: ARIEL PADILLA After surviving the Necro-Comic-Con 2009, our hero, Ashley J. Williams, wakes to (drum roll please) Dawn of the Dorks. The President has been sold a piece of the Necronomicon, so what’s a chosen one to do? Find out in the second chapter of ARMY OF DARKNESS: ASH SAVES OBAMA! You know you want to! Matthew Cyberforce/Hunter-Killer #2 (of 5) (W) Mark Waid (A) Kenneth Rocafort (Cov) Rocafort, Stjepan Sejic First blood has been drawn and the action heats up in Part 2 of Top Cow’s biggest summer event to date! After a surprise strike by a team of Hunter-Killers on Cyberforce’s headquarters, members of both teams have been bloodied. When Ellis arrives with a surprising revelation, the two teams must decide if they can trust each other enough to take out a common foe? Stephen SUPERGIRL #45
Written by Sterling Gates
Art by Jamal Igle & Jon Sibal
Cover by Joshua Middleton Continuing from ACTION COMICS #881 – “The Hunt for Reactron” part 2! Can Supergirl rely on her seemingly unstable childhood friend to help her track down her father’s assassin? Or will she ultimately get burned by Flamebird? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK This week it was announced that both Ghost Rider and Daredevil would be headed back to the silver screen for sequels to their original features, which many considered a pox on humanity.  There are some very good reasons to do a sequel, and while you may not go and see the followup flicks, we want to know which of the two is going to be the least horrible. Daredevil Ghost Rider Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Are comic book characters this generations modern myths in the way that Hercules, Zeus and the rest were to the olden age? Comic book characters do appear to fill out the role, but is it true or just a bunch of junk? Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue:Superman/Batman: Public Enemies arrives on DVD and Blu-Ray on September 29, 2009. Rodrigo and Stephen had a chance to check the movie out early, and offer up a review. Plus, to satisfy Matthew, another round of the Random Thought Game. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Preacher returns, and The Bird turns out to be The Word. Jack called and he wants his stuff back, Muppets take flight, Zorro hooks up with a fox, and there's some butt=kicking going on. Plus, who you gonna call? Sure as heck better not be these guys, the Major Spoilers Podcast is on the air! NEWS Jack Kirby estate wants its copyrights back from Marvel Linkage Major Spoilers Costume Contest Linkage Adriana Ferguson sends us one of her sketchbooks "We Are Legion" sketch collection by Adriana Ferguson This is a softcover, 7.5''x7.5'' square, book 66pg collection of sketches and full color art pieces, with commentary, depicting the artist's take on the Legion of Super-Heroes universe with a few other DC universe characters as well. Artwork is done in a variety of mediums ranging from pencil sketches, marker, and digital painting, with 80% of the artwork being exclusive to this collection. There are 30 + different Legion of Superheroes depicted. Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo MUPPET PETER PAN #1 Writen by Grace Randolph Drawn by Amy Mebberson The timid Kermie Pan resides in the magical realm of Neverswamp, where the pushy fairy Piggytink tries to toughen him up! One night, while searching for his shadow, Kermie Pan and Piggytink encounter the Darling children, who run away to Neverswamp and encourage Kermie Pan to battle Captain Gonzo! Features A covers by Eisner-award winning MOUSE GUARD artist David Petersen! Matthew KICK-ASS #7 COVER BY: John Romita JR. WRITER: Mark Millar PENCILS: John Romita JR. INKS: TOM PALMER COLORED BY: DEAN WHITE Dave Lizewski has had better days. When he first pulled on the Super Hero suit, it was the thrill of a lifetime. Since then, he’s been banged-up, beaten, broken, bludgeoned, and all sorts of other b-words. He’s met a 9-year-old assassin and been on a super hero team-up. He’s watched people die and seen himself become an internet celebrity. But all that means nothing—compared to tonight. MARK MILLAR and JOHN ROMITA JR.’s foul-mouthed super hero saga continues! Stephen ZORRO #16 Writer: MATT WAGNER Penciller/Inker: FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA Covers: MATT WAGNER (75%), JOHN K. SNYDER III (25%) Colorist: FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA Artist Francesco Francavilla returns to the pages of Zorro! Under the skillful hand of Eisner nominated writer and cover artist Matt Wagner, Dynamite’s Zorro series continues with issue #16 and the explosive second chapter of our third story arc. This time, El Zorro faces a band of merciless pirates and the line continues to blur between the masked avenger and his alter-ego Diego! Covers by Wagner and Snyder! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK 25 years ago, the silver screen exploded with the fluffy remains of the Stay-Puft Marshmallow man. The Major Spoilers crew fell in love the Ghostbusters from the first time we saw them (some of us when the film originally debuted, one of us some time later when he was old enough). All of this has led to the discussion of which Ghostbuster was their favorite. Dr. Peter Venkman Dr. Egon Spengler Dr. Raymond Stantz Winston Zeddemore Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Preacher Volume 2 The Reverend Jesse Custer continues on his outrageous mission in the second PREACHER collection. First Jesse heads south for a brutal confrontation with the demons from his past–a trio of white trash psychos, including Jesse’s monstrous grandmother. The Jesse and company go west, only to crash a party of Babylonian proportions. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Do altered states lead to greater creativity? It's the question that is pondered that leads to a discussion of drugs, depression, and insomnia as gateways to increased productivity in the creative arts. NOTE: You must be 18 years of age to listen to this podcast! Major Spoilers does not condone or endorse the use of drugs, nor do the members of the Major Spoilers crew encourage or suggest our listeners partake in recreational drugs. This is quite a different podcast than one you might be used to, so if you have any misgivings, turn back now! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: DC used to make bad Batman and Superman films? Let's hope DC Entertainment does a better job of helping us part with our money, Poe #3, The Incredible Amadeus Cho, and Dark Avengers: Uncanny X-Men: Exodus: The Colon Saga: Final?: Plus Batman goes wacky-in-the-wickey-woo. Yes more Bat-S-Crazy than normal. NEWS DC Comics becomes DC Entertainment REVIEWS Rodrigo Hercules #133 COVER BY: Rafael Alberquerque WRITER: Greg Pak Fred Van Lente PENCILS: Rodney Buchemi Beginning a storyarc so earth-shattering, so momentous, so, well, incredible, we just had to give it to you TWICE A MONTH! (Well, for the three months, anyway). When terrible threats rise in Svartalfheim, the land of the Dark Elves, only Mighty Thor, Son of Asgard, can hope to triumph! But what happens if the Odinson is temporarily...unavailable? It's Hammer Time for Hercules as the Lion of Olympus gets his thunder on! Meanwhile, in Incredible Hercules 133, the Secret Origin of AMADEUS CHO begins! Who really killed Amadeus' family? What is his true relation to Hercules? And, most importantly, what is the connection between him and The Twelve's MASTER MIND EXCELLO? Everyone's favorite irascible boy genius is after the answers himself -- but to get them he's going to have to go through his arch-nemesis, PYTHAGORAS DUPREE, the sixth-smartest man on Earth Matthew DARK AVENGERS/UNCANNY X-MEN: EXODUS Written by MATT FRACTION Penciled by MIKE DEODATO Cover by STEVE MCNIVEN Variant Cover by SIMONE BIANCHI The climactic conclusion to the crossover event of 2009 is here! This is it, the final battle for the Dark Avengers and the X-Men that will change the status quo for the Marvel Universe. Emma Frost’s betrayal comes home to roost. Cyclops’ plan clicks into place, but is it too late? What can the X-Men do against the Sentry and Ares? Stephen POE #3 Written by J. Barton Mitchell Drawn by Dean Kotz SC, 24 pgs, FC, (3 of 4), SRP: $3.99 He created Horror. Find out how horror created him… In this pulse-pounding issue Poe must rescue his brother and his brother’s wife from THE RED DEATH! But when THE RED DEATH offers to bring Poe’s wife Virginia back to life in exchange, will Poe make the right choice? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Robert E. Howard created a vast number of heroes and villains whose tales still reverberate across the comic book world today. Two, Conan and Kull are very similar to one another (and for that answer, be sure to listen to Major Spoilers Podcast #30 for an in-depth discussion about Howard), but they are from different distant lands. If the Cimmerians and the Atlantians put the two in a ring to fight it out, who would emerge victorious? Conan Kull Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Batman - The Cult Batman must stop the army of the homeless recruited by the mysterious Deacon Blackfire in this classic title illustrated by master horror artist Bernie Wrightson, co-creator of the “Swamp Thing”. Deacon Blackfire, charismatic shaman with roots as old as Gotham City itself, seemingly uses the city’s homeless to fight crime. But Blackfire has a hidden agenda! Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Stephen ponders why space travel and alien technology doesn't play a bigger role in the comic book universe building. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: We three take a look at WE3, while Angus and Die Fledermaus duke it out. Will it be girls in bikinis, Victorian detectives, or the blind that go under the microscope? How about all three in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast. NEWS Guy Ritchie to direct Lobo Favreau and Downey team for Cowboys and Aliens Guillermo del Tor to produce Deadman Flick REVIEWS Rodrigo Witchblade #130
“War of the Witchblades” Part 6 (of 6)
(W) Ron Marz (A) Stjepan Sejic      (Cov) Sejic, Adriana Melo “War of the Witchblades” concludes here!
Will Sara Pezzini or Dani Baptiste emerge as the sole bearer of the Witchblade? Or will it be a completely new bearer? And who is the new Angelus? Matthew Daredevil #500 Eisner Award-winning scribe Ed Brubaker teams with a cavalcade of superstar artists, including Michael Lark, Klaus Janson, and more, to present the final chapter of his Daredevil opus! This leads directly into the shocking Dark Reign: The List- Daredevil and the game changing Daredevil #500, at Matt Murdock embarks on the path of no return—and you can’t afford to miss it! The Man Without Fear stands against his greatest challenge yet and one shocking decision will change Hell’s Kitchen forever! Don’t miss a special all-new story by Ann Nocenti & David Aja; a pin up gallery by today’s most acclaimed artists; and as special reprint of a key issue by Frank Miller! Plus, get your first look inside Dark Reign: The List—Daredevil by Andy Diggle & Billy Tan! Stephen SHERLOCK HOLMES #4 (OF 5) Writer: LEAH MOORE, JOHN REPPION Penciller/Inker: AARON CAMPBELL The penultimate issue in Dynamite’s acclaimed Sherlock Holmes comic book event! After Watson appeals to Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock himself arrives at the scene end of last issue, can the world’s greatest detective unravel his greatest mystery? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Given 15 minutes, Batman and MacGyver can make a nuclear fusion reactor out of bubblegum and bailing wire. But given 10 minutes, who would win in building something practical to get them out of a tight fix? LET THE BATTLE BEGIN! Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION WE3 The story follows the journey of We3, a squad of three prototype “animal weapons,” as they flee captivity. The group consists of a dog, “Bandit” a.k.a. “1″; a cat, “Tinker” a.k.a. “2″; and a rabbit, “Pirate” a.k.a. “3″, who were all kidnapped from a nearby city and encased in robotic armor. They were also given a limited ability to speak through skull implants. Their body armor fields numerous weapons, including mine laying devices, machine guns and razor claws. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: The Major Spoilers Crew dive into the mailbag and read a backlog of listener email. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The House of Mouse buys the House of Ideas. And that's it. Really. Nothing else happened this week. Okay, so the Major Spoilers Crew also take a quick look at some comic book reviews, and dive headfirst into Kurt Busiek's Astro City: The Dark Age Volume 1. NEWS The House of Mouse, buys the House of Ideas CONTEST: Art Appreciation Moment of the Day: Name That Theme Winner is Announced. Now if Stephen will only ship the prize before the end of the year. REVIEWS Rodrigo HERCULES: THE KNIVES OF KUSH #2 (2 of 5) Writer STEVE MOORE Artist CRIS BOLSON Delve into the shadows of a hero as we continue this untold tale from Hercules' dark past. As the son of Zeus and his companions begin their search for the traitors in the Egyptian king’s palace, they long for the excitement of the battlefield. But when military secrets continue to leak from the palace, the Greeks are forced to consider a long shot to gain information. Can even the courage of Hercules withstand a trip to Nakhtkeru the Necromancer? Matthew The Flash: Rebirth #4 Written by Geoff Johns; Art and covers by Ethan Van Sciver Barry Allen left a legacy that thrived after his death. Now his return threatens it all. What secrets does Barry hold inside him about the fate of the Flash Family? What destiny awaits Wally and his twins? What murderous force targets Bart Allen? And what does it truly mean to be a speedster? Stephen Batman: The Widening Gyre #1
Written by Kevin Smith; Art by Walter Flanagan and Art Thibert; Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz
 The stakes are high as Batman encounters a new vigilante under his wing amidst what Smith describes as a "backdrop of romance, intrigue, and geek-bait guest stars galore." MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Disney bought Marvel Enterprises for $4 Billion.  The virtual press conference the companies had earlier today tried to spell everything out, and I particularly like this quote “We believe in the team at Marvel, and see no need to upset the apple cart.” Well, the apple cart is pretty much upset, as the nerd rampage continues across the Intardwebz, with some people proclaiming this to be the end of all things holy in the House of Ideas. But is it?  Is it really?  It’s time for you to cast your vote! Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Astro City: The Dark Age Volume 1 Today Astro City is a shining metropolis on a hill where super-heroes patrol the skies. However, things were not always as bright as they are today. In the early 1970’s, in the wake of a global catastrophe, two brothers, one good and one evil must deal with family secrets and social upheaval, involving heroes from Jack-In-the-Box to the Blue Knight and the unsettling events leading to the final fate of the mysterious Silver Agent. Find out why this era was so troubled through the eyes of two men who survived the depths of it! Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: The western genre is discussed in comics, movies, and television. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Mister Schleicher goes to London towne... Mrs. Brown, you've got a lovely Batgirl... Now that Tom Welling is here, what does this mean for THE FUTUUUURRRRE? Also: aliens come down, an' the give me some chiclets, and give my brother this weird green ring. Out of the night, when the full moon is bright, he's bold bold with his face, and his something something called Zorro. A dead-eyed ghost dog came out of nowhere and made me crash into the hospital! Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and deader than a squirrel on a hot plate... Plus: Drunk versus Obsessive Compulsive, and both their mothers dress them funny. What we got you gotta give it to your mama, what we got you gotta give it to your papa, what we got you gotta listen to the podcast, you do a little dance and than you drink a little wodcast! The Major Spoilers podcast is on the air! NEWS Final Legion of Super-Heroes Hero History hits, what’s next? Batgirl reveal thoughts More Lantern Rings on the Way Stephen's interview with BBC Radio Listen to that interview here (LINKAGE) CONTEST: Art Appreciation Moment of the Day: Name That Theme Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo Federal vampire and zombie agency Based off of the popular website, FVZA.org, created by Richard S. Dargan, FVZA chronicles a world where a deadly disease, representing a new threat of global terrorism, transforms innocent victims into Zombies and a long dormant government task force is called into action: The Federal Vampire and Zombie Agency. Matthew Blackest Night Superman #1 Written by James Robinson; Art and cover by Eddy Barrows and Ruy Jose; Variant cover by Shane Davis and Sandra Hope Black Lantern Superman has unearthed Pa Kent's grave! But that's only the beginning of the horrifying things he's about to unleash on an unsuspecting Smallville. Stephen INVINCIBLE #65
story ROBERT KIRKMAN
art & cover by RYAN OTTLEY & FCO PLASCENCIA Funeral for the fallen. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Tony Stark, wealthy beyond means, free styling and loving the ladies. But when trouble calls, he dons the red and gold power suit and goes to fight crime. Bruce Wayne, wealthy beyond means, free styling and loving the ladies according to the tabloids. But when trouble calls he dons the cape and cowl and goes out fighting crime. There have already been polls where Batman and Iron Man try to kick each other’s asses, so we’re doing this weeks match a little different, with this question, “Who’s the better businessman, Tony Stark or Bruce Wayne?” There’s Rich, and then there is the Major Spoilers POOOOOLL of the Week! Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Zorro: Year One Written by Eisner Award-Winning writer/artist Matt Wagner! With art by Francesco Francavilla and covers by Matt Wagner a nd Mike Mayhew! The Year One Origin of Zorro by Matt Wagner and Francesco Francavilla is NOW collected in a MASSIVE TPB volume! Inspired by all of the best Zorro has been (as well as the best-selling novel by Isabel Allende), Matt Wagner has crafted an exciting tale of adventure, revenge and intrigue, all incredibly illustrated by Francavilla! Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Rodrigo talks up Legend of the Seeker, while Stephen celebrates the 25th annyversary of Buckaroo Banzai: Across the 8th Dimension. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Big Bad Black Lantern revealed! Scantily clad teenaged girls, and it's not even Stephen's birthday! What's that Watermelon doing there? Meanwhile, Yorick, 355, and Dr. Mann find their way across the midwest, proving what your faithtul podcasters already knew: ain't nothin' goin' on there. Is it Johnny? Is it Danny? Or is it Johnny and Danny? Feel Ghost Rider's heat, makin' you hot, burn with me, heaven's on fire! And the most powerful superhuman force in the universe faces down against a bunch of kids from Westchester and somebody actually wonders about the outcome. In any case, it's a show, and seeing as how we went to all the trouble of HAVING one and everything... The Major Spoilers podcast is on the air! NEWS Necron Rises Wonder Woman and Wonder Girl Controversy REVIEWS Rodrigo Ghost Rider Heaven’s Fire #1 COVER BY: Jae Lee WRITER: Jason Aaron PENCILS: Roland Boschi The acclaimed GHOST RIDER run of writer Jason Aaron reaches its fever-pitched conclusion with six more issues of insanity, all jam-packed with new villains, old allies and the same old grindhouse action that Flamehead fans have come to know and love. The renegade angel Zadkiel is out to thwart Biblical prophecy by assassinating a young boy bred by Satanists to rule the world, so if Ghost Riders Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch are going to save the world, they'll first have to save the Anti-Christ. Guest-starring Hellstorm, the Son of Satan. Matthew Justice League America: Cry for Justice #2 Written by James Robinson; Art and cover Mauro Cascioli The team continues its proactive hunt for justice as the trail leads to an army of Super-Villains. But the big bad may be deadlier than all of the new team combined… Stephen Blackest Night: Batman #1 Written by Peter J. Tomasi; Art by Adrian Saef and John Dell; Cover by Andy Kubert; Variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz Deadman can't shut out the cries of the dead rising as he comes to the aid of the new Batman. It's just in time, too, as the duo face a circus of zombies including the Black Lantern Flying Graysons! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK We all know everyone is special - a unique snow flake that has no companion (except for the twins).  The DC Universe has a bunch of teenagers from the future who use their unique talents to save the universe, while Marvel 616 has a bunch of mutants who band together to save the universe.  They are in no way alike - really.  Trust us, we've got an uber-nerd working on this site, and he'll tell you. But even if they were remotely alike, and we could shape the universe to put the Legion of Super-Heroes and the X-Men on a deserted island and let them fight it out in a Battle Royale reality television series, who would come out on top?  Would the X-Men win because they have Wolverine, or would it be the Legion because they have a 12th Level Intellect that can figure out the endgame before it happens?
FIGHT! X-MEN Legion of Super-Heroes Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Y: The Last Man Volume 2 1. One Small Step (issues #11–17) * In Oldenbrook, Kansas, Yorick, 355 and Dr. Mann help a Russian woman named Natalya Zamyatintwo male and one female astronauts forced to return to Earth after being trapped on the International Space Station the day the plague hit. recover * Comedy & Tragedy has a travelling group of actresses find a wayward Ampersand, inspiring them to write a play called The Last Man (The main character’s name taken from Mary Shelley’s novel The Last Man). 2. Safeword (issues #18–23) * Yorick and his companions travel to Allenspark, Colorado, where 355 and Dr. Mann fix up Ampersand, while retired Culper Ring agent 711 forces Yorick to confront his survivor guilt. * In Widow’s Pass, the story moves to Queensbrook, set nine months after the One Small Step arc. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Josh Keaton, the voice behind Peter Parker and Spider-Man in the Disney XD Spectacular Spider-Man series swings by for a visit to talk about his long career in Hollywood, video games, and music. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Got to get tough, Yo Joe! Michael Keaton and Ron Ely: together again for the first time! Screws fall out all the time, the world’s an imperfect place. Plus: Punisher? I hardly know ‘er! Guys in funny hats what punches people a lot. Stephen has a Mighty A! And we discuss whether Ace The Bat-hound actually is in continuity or not, and whether Krypto really is just a super-douche. Stick around for blues improvisation from Blind Melon Schleicher, backed by Mud-Funny-Bone Lopez and the King Cobra, the Major Spoiler podcast is on the air. And as always, I like pie. NEWS Anyone see GI Joe? Linkage Death of John Hughes Linkage Doc Savage and Batman team up in November Linkage Punisher Rest in Pieces Linkage LISTENER E-MAIL Scott Hunter writes in to ask about the next installment of the Major Spoilers Dungeon Crawl, and Stephen answers with news of a new podcast coming your way! REVIEWS Rodrigo Hercules, Knives of Kush #1 Writer STEVE MOORE Artist CRIS BOLSON Colorist DOUG SIROIS Letterer TODD KLEIN  Steve Moore returns to take Radical’s controversial hero into Ancient Egypt, where mysticism and intrigue awaits. Recovering from the Thracian Wars, Hercules and his suriving band of mercenaries must take on Egyptian spies, assassination and face the mystery of a death cult known as…Kush. Matthew Justice Society of America #29 Written by Bill Willingham and Matthew Sturges; Art and Cover by Jesus Merino A new era begins for the Justice Society of America as writers Bill Willingham (FABLES) and Matthew Sturges (BLUE BEETLE) take over the series with new artist Jesus Merino (SUPERMAN ANNUAL) just as two new recruits make their debut with the team! Strange happenings at the JSA Mansion are weird precursors to an all-out attack on all members of the team — all but one! And what is the strange connection that new members King Chimera and All-American Kid might have with the turmoil? Stephen The Mighty #7 Written by Peter J. Tomasi and Keith Champagne; Art by Chris Samnee; Cover by Dave Johnson Ring of fire! Gabriel Cole's predecessor, Taylor Rhines, continues to leave him bizarre hints about the dark secret of Section Omega. But time may have already run out for Cole to crack the code, as a terrible power has taken aim at his family! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK This week we’re putting two of Dark Horse Comics characters into the ring to see who will walk away the victor. Will it be Eric Powell’s The Goon, or Mike Mignola’s Hellboy?  It’s the battle of the supernatural fighters in this week’s Major Spoilers POOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL of the Week! A) The Goon B) Hellboy Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION The Goon Bones will be broken and heads will roll! The Goon is a laugh-out-loud action-packed romp through the streets of a town infested with zombies. An insane priest is building himself an army of the undead, and there’s only one man who can put them is their place: the man they call Goon. Collects The Goon series and The Goon Color Special, originally published by Albatross Exploding Funny Books; presented here for the first time in full color. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Dr. Peter Coogan from the Institute for Comics Studies returns to the show to tell of his adventures at the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con, as well as offer up his yearly roundup of comic book classes being taught at colleges and universities around the world. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Can a rabbit be invisible and pink at the same time? My name is Mot, thanks a lot! And wouldn’t it be cool if the Plutonian had a flying dog in a cape that is ALSO a mass-murderer… Plus: Billy West will still be getting a paycheck… Norman Osborn is makin’ his list, and checkin’ it twice… But is the podcast brutal enough that Stephen will stop erasing and starting over? And: Punk Rock Girl, you look so wild, punk rock girl let’s have a child, we’ll name her Minnie Pearl, just you and me, we need fudge banana swirl, you and me… Stephen’s store got Mojo Nixon, so it don’t need no fixin, the Major Spoilers Podcast is on the air. NEWS A wrap up of some of the big news from the Major Spoilers website. Harvey Gets a Spielberg Remake Linkage The Iron Patriot End the Marvel U Linkage Futurama Cast is Back Linkage Alien Prequel Linkage REVIEWS Rodrigo Incarnate #1
Creator and Writer NICK SIMMONS
Penciler NICK SIMMONS Mot is a boy who cannot die. Riddle him with bullets, burn him at the stake, douse him with napalm, hang him from the gallows…still, he will walk away. Forever haunted by a mysterious doppelganger that no one else can see, Mot has wandered the world for centuries, searching for meaning and, perhaps, an end to his endless life. Matthew Dethklok vs. The Goon Following the release of the highly anticipated Dethklok vs. The Goon, Dark Horse Comics and Adult Swim announce a brand-new comics series based on the immensely popular animated show Metalocalypse. The band’s five members—Nathan Explosion, William “Murderface,” Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, and Pickles—will be featured in a full publishing program created by series co-creator Brendon Small and a collaborative team of Metalocalypse and Dark Horse artists and writers. Stephen IRREDEEMABLE #5 Written by Mark Waid Drawn by Peter Krause MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Time to bring the smack down talk back to the Major Spoilers Experience.  This week the Robot Overlords demanded we pick two of DC’s greatest female heroes and have them battle it out in the ring in a no-holds-barred right of the century.  Sometimes we really hate our Robot Overlords, but it’s either pick two fictional characters or have our precious, precious, Intardwebz taken away for a week. So…. A) Power Girl B) Wonder Woman Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Tank Girl As the name suggests, Tank Girl drives a tank, which is also her home. She undertakes a series of missions for a nebulous organization before making a serious mistake and being declared an outlaw for her sexual inclinations and her substance abuse. The comic centers on her misadventures with her boyfriend, Booga, a mutant kangaroo. The comic’s style was heavily influenced by punk visual art, and strips were frequently deeply disorganized, anarchic, absurdist, and psychedelic. The strip features various elements with origins in surrealist techniques, fanzines, collage, cut-up technique, stream of consciousness, and metafiction, with very little regard or interest for conventional plot or committed narrative. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Scott Johnson of Extra Life (www.myextralife.com) stops by to talk about making a web comic and podcast career his full time job. Scott offers up ideas, suggestions, and perspective on making a go of it full time. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: Do YOU know the way to San Diego? Bunches of classic characters return from new companies! Tom Welling finally puts on tights! Faithful Spoilerites on a pilgrimage of geektitude! And your take on some DVD goodies! Plus: Bilateral Symmetry! Vince McMahon has a message for Bob Kirkman: He wants his swerve back. Rodrigo needs courage, Stephen needs a brain, and Matthew’s still searching for his way home… Show me the power, child, I’d like to say that I’m down on my knees today. It gives me the butterflies, gives me away, till I’m up on my feet again. I’m feelin… The Major Spoilers Podcast on the air! NEWS A wrap up of some of the big news from the San Diego Comic-Con. Julian talks about his trip and winning the 2009 Julian Challenge. REVIEWS Rodrigo The Wonderful Wizard of OZ #8 WRITER: Eric Shanower PENCILS: SKOTTIE YOUNG The search for Glinda, Good Witch of the South, is full of danger—a giant spider-monster that eats whole animals like a spider does flies. It’s full of strangeness—a whole village of living china statues. And it’s full of both danger and strangeness—little armless folks who shoot their heads as missiles. But Glinda remains Dorothy’s final hope to reach home, so Dorothy and her friends must brave the journey. Matthew GEMINI #4 (OF 5) story JAY FAERBER, art & cover JON SOMMARIVA & FCO PLASCENCIA Gemini’s journey of self-discovery puts him on a collision course with Dynamo 5! Stephen INVINCIBLE #64
story ROBERT KIRKMAN, art & cover RYAN OTTLEY & FCO PLASCENCIA INVINCIBLE WAR: AFTERMATH!
The battle with CONQUEST concludes… and there is a casualty. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Stepping away from the “fighty-fighty” polls once again this week to do some digging into what DC direct to DVD movies from Warner Home Video are winners, and which one stumbled. 
What's been your favorite DC Direct to DVD Animated movie released so far? A) Justice League: New Frontier B) Superman: Doomsday C) Batman: Gotham Knight D) Wonder Woman E) Green Lantern: First Flight Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Transmetropolitan In this first volume, Spider ventures into the dangerous Angels 8 district, home of the Transients — humans who have decided to become aliens through cosmetic surgery. But Spider’s interview with the Transients’ leader gets him a scoop he didn’t bargain for. And don’t miss Spider’s first confrontation with the President of the United States . . . in a men’s room. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Stephen sits down to talk with Star Wars: The Clone Wars' Tom Kane (Yoda) and Dee Bradley Baker (Captain Rex) about their experiences on the show, a few tips on breaking into the business, and their joy of being voice actors. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Fastest Man Alive gets a producer! The Martians are due on Maple Street, and they’ve brought your daddy’s ass-watch! The future is upon us, but for some reason everybody sounds different! Plus: Creatures what are beautiful! Powers which are super! Heroes what are knocking boots! Sure and I’ve come to drain your wee blood, then! And finally, an internet troll who’s not a racist assclown. All this and more, as we say goodbye to 2009 and say hello to… the rest of 2009! The Major Spoilers podcast is on the air! NEWS This week the Major Spoilers Crew give their quick shot thoughts on the San Diego Comic Con, Green Lantern: First Flight, the voiceless Futurama, Geoff Johns and the Flash movie, and Willem Defoe as Tars Tarkas. REVIEWS Rodrigo Beautiful Creatures #1
Written: Kurtis Wiebe
Pencils: Ash Jackson
Publication Date: 2009-09-23 They say we all have a monster lurking inside of us. Four beautiful college girls uncover their secret passengers - mythic creatures of a long dead age. The surfacing of their true nature hurls them into a hidden world of awakening magic, wonder and monsters. Torq THE BOYS: HEROGASM #3 (OF 6)
Covers: DARICK ROBERTSON
Writer: GARTH ENNIS
Penciller/Inker: JOHN McCREA The Occasional Death At Herogasm Isn't That Unusual, But How One Member Of Fantastico Checks Out Is Nothing Short Of Spectacular. In The Resultant Chaos The Boys Make Their Move- On A Target That May Not Be All He Seems. Hughie, Meanwhile, Runs Smack Into Black Noir In The Worst Possible Way, While Jack From Jupiter Spills A Few More Secrets To A-Train. And Speaking Of Secrets, What Does The Man From Vought-American Want With Vic The Veep...? Stephen PROJECT SUPERPOWERS: CHAPTER TWO #1 Writer: JIM KRUEGER Penciller/Inker: EDGAR SALAZAR (Main Story), DOUG KLAUBA (Special Origin Story) The Next Exciting Chapter Of Dynamite Entertainment's PROJECT SUPERPOWERS Is Here! Overseen Again By Ross, Who Plots And Art Directs The Entire PROJECT SUPERPOWERS Universe, Writer Jim Krueger Returns For Chapter Two, As The Pair Of All-Star Creators Are Joined For The Series By Edgar (DEATH DEFYING 'DEVIL) Salazar! The New Series Is Faster, More Intense, And The WORLD IS AT STAKE! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK We’re fortunate enough to have access to a plethora of comics at the Stately Spoiler Manor, but that doesn’t mean we’re loaded.  Sometimes one comic is needed more than others, and a tight budget might dictate what we take home, and what stays behind.  Which brings us to the Major Spoilers Poll of the Week!
What is the absolute limit to your weekly comic book spending? Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Preacher Vol. 1 Here’s a book guaranteed to offend a bunch of people, not only because of its profuse profanity and graphic violence, but because it’s the epitome of iconoclasm. Like a brutal accident, you can’t watch but you can’t turn away. The story follows an ex-preacher man, Jesse, who has become disgusted with God’s abandoning of His responsibilities. So Jesse starts off into the wilds of Texas with his hitman girlfriend and new best friend (a vampire) to find God so that he can give Him a piece of his mind. Despite its superficial perversity, this book contains what may be the most moral character in mainstream comics. A cult hit in the making. Fans of Quentin Tarantino take note. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Rodrigo and Stephen review the Warner Home Video release of Green Lantern: First Flight. The Major Spoilers Crew then takes a crack at Boom! Studios' take on Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: Ralph Tedesco of Zenescope Entertainment, stops by to chat up the company, Grimm Fairy Tales, upcoming series, and what's going on at San Diego Comic Con. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew reflect on the week's news, offer up a few reviews, let the Iron Man and the Iron Fist battle it out, and take a peek under the cover of The Last Iron Fist Story from Marvel. NEWS This week the Major Spoilers Crew give their quick shot reactions to Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern, Natalie Portman as Thor's girlfriend, Victoria joining the Major Spoilers Crew, a quick look back on three years of the Major Spoilers Experience, and a few more odds and ends. E-MAILS A lot of people enjoyed the Major Spoilers Dungeons and Dragons podcasts, and some even took the time to send in their thoughts. REVIEWS Rodrigo Doctor Who #1
Tony Lee (w) • Al Davison (a) • Paul Grist, Al Davison (c) At long last Doctor Who is an ongoing monthly series! Tony Lee (Doctor Who: The Forgotten), kicks off the time/space-faring series with the two-part “Silver Scream.” In chapter one, the Doctor travels to 1920s Hollywood where he befriends Charlie Chaplin and, of course, discovers an alien plot! Lee is joined by Al Davison (The Dreaming) on this first story arc. Covers by Paul Grist and Davison. Matthew The House of Mystery #15 Written by Matthew Sturges; Art by Luca Rossi and David Hahn; Cover by Esao Andrews Harry's true identity, Fig's heritage, Rina's heartbreak, a dragon's unrequited love and the Thinking Man's Army all converge in a very small space in this shattering conclusion to "The Space Between". And somewhere in there we manage to squeeze in "Jordan's Movie Idea with the Gorillas and Sh*t," illustrated by David Hahn (BITE CLUB, FABLES). Stephen Will Eisner: A Spirited Life Audio Book by Bob Andelman An audiobook narrated by author Bob Andelman, Will Eisner: A Spirited Life is the authorized biography that explores Eisner's amazing life, detailing a career that spanned 70 years. The biography features interviews with many of Eisner's contemporaries, such as Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, Neil Gaiman, Denis Kitchen, Jim Warren, Dave Sim, Denny O'Neil, and Stan Lee. Bob spent almost three years interviewing Eisner, researching his life and work, and interviewing friends, family, and the creative talents the comics master inspired throughout his career. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Who would win in a fight between Iron Man and Iron Fist?  Even though Tony Stark is encased head to toe in his Iron Man armor, with ever weapon known to man, the Iron Fist has a fist of iron, that can break and snap nearly anything with his Chi energies? A) Iron Man B) Iron Fist Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION The Last Iron Fist Story Many years ago, in the mystical city of Kun’ Lun, young Danny Rand stared at a suit behind glass - the garb of the “Immortal Iron Fist” - and knew that he was destined to wear it. But where did this costume come from? Why did it wait for Danny all those years like a shadow of his future? The answer to those questions will stun both him and his readers, as Danny Rand leaps from the pages of his breakout hit in Daredevil to his own history-spanning kung-fu epic that will shatter every perception of what it means to be the Immortal Iron Fist! Brought to you by top-ten writer Ed Brubaker and breakout talent Matt Fraction (Punisher War Journal), with action-packed art by David Aja (Daredevil, Giant-Size Wolverine). Collects Immortal Iron Fist #1-6. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: There's a new member in the Major Spoilers Family, and in this issue, listeners get to know Victoria, and talk about cosplay. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: Milton Griep, President of the ICv2.com website, stops by to talk with Stephen Schleicher about the upcoming Comics and Media Conference being held Wednesday, July 22, 2009 leading up to the San Diego Comic-Con. More information about the conference can be found here. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: Going down the cellar door leads to trouble in a way that might bring about THE END OF THE WORLD! If you aren't familiar with the 4th edition of D&D, you might want to check out Major Spoilers Podcast #28 and Major Spoilers Podcast #89 Part One: Dramatis Personae! Part Two: Graduation Day! Part Three:In the Streets of Moonhold! Part Four:An Encounter in the Alley! Will there be more? Only you have the power! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: Orem, Randace, and Torq meet a band of Ne'r-do-wells in a dark Alley. If you aren't familiar with the 4th edition of D&D, you might want to check out Major Spoilers Podcast #28 and Major Spoilers Podcast #89 Part One: Dramatis Personae! Part Two: Graduation Day! Part Three:In the Streets of Moonhold! Come back tomorrow for the next installment of this MSP D&D Extravaganza! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: Orem ventures into the world of Man, where he encounters someone and something not quite human as the Eladrin attempts to track down his missing instructor. If you aren't familiar with the 4th edition of D&D, you might want to check out Major Spoilers Podcast #28 and Major Spoilers Podcast #89 Missed Part One? Dramatis Personae! Missed Part Two? Graduation Day! Come back tomorrow for the next installment of this MSP D&D Extravaganza! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: As part of the Major Spoilers third birthday celebration, the Major Spoilers Crew begin an epic journey playing the 4th Edition of Dungeons and Dragons. In this installment, Orem faces his first challenge by taking on seven baddies at once. If you aren't familiar with the 4th edition of D&D, you might want to check out Major Spoilers Podcast #28 and Major Spoilers Podcast #89 Come back tomorrow for the next installment of this MSP D&D Extravaganza! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: As part of the Major Spoilers third birthday celebration, the Major Spoilers Crew begin an epic journey playing the 4th Edition of Dungeons and Dragons. In this installment, listeners learn all about character creation as Stephen Schleicher creates Orem Rivendorn as Dungeon Master Rodrigo looks on. If you aren't familiar with the 4th edition of D&D, you might want to check out Major Spoilers Podcast #28 and Major Spoilers Podcast #89 Come back tomorrow for the next installment of this MSP D&D Extravaganza! Contact us at [email protected] 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.

This issue: The Major Spoilers Crew takes a look at Transformers 2: The Revenge of the Fallen movie, and give you their honest reaction to the movie. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew talk Thor, Gotham City, Grant Morrison's New X-Men volume 1, run through a Poll of the Week, and read listener e-mail. NEWS This week the readers pick the news, and voted to hear the Major Spoilers Crew talk about JMS leaving Thor LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo Descendant #1 w: Michael Dolce and Marcus Perry a: Mariano Navarro In DESCENDANT Rayne Santiago, a United States counter-terrorism soldier, is forced to return to her South American homeland after years of exile due to abusing her own innate pyrokinetic abilities. There she she receives word of her brothers’ abduction by a rogue pharmaceutical conglomerate bent on using their DNA to manufacture super powers. Michael Dolce and Mariano Navarro’s experience in the small press superhero field combined with Marcus Perry’s past writing high-octane action films combines to tell a superpowered blockbuster the likes of which hasn’t been seen. Matthew 81_NEW_AVENGERS_54.jpgNEW AVENGERS #54 Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by CHRIS BACHALO A Sorcerer Supreme is chosen! Be witness to a very important chapter in Avengers history and the lore of Marvel magic! Plus, the Avengers finally have a big showdown with the Hood and not everyone walks away from it unharmed! Stephen Gotham City Sirens #1 Written by Paul Dini; Art and Cover by Guillem March; Variant Cover by JG Jones This all-new series features the bad girls of Gotham City! Catwoman, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are tired of playing by other people's rules regardless of which side of the law they're on. These tough ladies have a new agenda that's all their own, and they'll use any means necessary to pursue it. But can they get along and work as a team? And who will get hurt along the way? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK We're taking the battle back, back, back, waaaaaaaaaaaay back to the dawn of time, where we are pitting caveman vs. caveman. This week it's DC's Anthro taking on V.T. Hamlin's Alley Oop. Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Grant Morrison's New X-Men Volume 1 Sixteen million mutants dead - and that was just the beginning! In one bold stroke, writer Grant Morrison (All-Star Superman, Batman) propelled the X-Men into the 21st century, masterminding a challenging new direction for Marvel’s mutant heroes that began with the destruction of Genosha and never let up. Regarded as the most innovative thinker of the current comic-book renaissance, Morrison proceeded to turn the mutant-hero genre on its ear. Gone were the gaudy spandex costumes - replaced by slick, black leather and an attitude to match. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Dr. Peter Coogan of the Institute for Comics Studies joins Stephen Schleicher as the duo discuss the Comic Arts Conference schedule of panels for the 2009 San Diego Comic Con. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew goes outside their comfort zone and takes a look at The Adventures of Tintin. The poll of the week asks you to decide between your two favorite wisecracking robots, and plenty of reviews (including an exclusive advanced review). It's all in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast! NEWS Thoughts on Ghostbusters 3 LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo SWORDSMITH ASSASSIN #1 Written by Andrew Cosby and Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Ayhan Hayrula Toshiro Ono has spent his life making the best swords that have ever been forged and selling them to the highest bidder. But when his family is killed by a blade of his own making… Toshiro will do whatever it takes to make sure none of his swords ever kill again. Andrew Cosby, creator of EUREKA, and Michael Alan Nelson, creator of HEXED, brings feudal Samurai Japan to life like no other comic has done before. Matthew MIGHTY AVENGERS #26 Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils by STEPHEN SEGOVIA Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC The Avengers/Fantastic Four slobberknocker continues! This one’s got it all true believers: from MR. FANTASTIC and HANK PYM’S battle of the brains to HERCULES and THE THING’S battle o’ the brawn! When it’s over, expect BIG changes for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes– including the team’s all-new headquarters and a very disturbing DARK REIGN alliance. Stephen Batman: Streets of Gotham #1 Written by Paul Dini and Marc Andreyko Art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs and Georges Jeanty and Karl Story Cover by Dustin Nguyen : Variant Cover by JG Jones As a new Batman rises on the streets of Gotham City, the heroes, villains and citizens take notice. How will the police feel about this new Batman, and can he control the crime in Gotham the way the old Batman did? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK This week, we’re bringing it back ot robot on robot action by asking you to decide between the two beloved robots from Mystery Science Theater 3000. It’s kind of like asking you to choose between your two favorite children, but if you had to choose only one, would you pick Tom, or Crow? Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Tintin: Cigars of the Paraoh Tintin and his dog Snowy are on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea when they meet Dr Sarcophagus, an Egyptologist who owns a papyrus that he believes will lead him to the undiscovered tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh (a pun on kiosk, a newspaper stand). He invites Tintin to accompany him. Tintin also has an unpleasant encounter with Roberto Rastapopoulos, a wealthy businessman. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

This issue: Disney has finally come to its senses and is returning to the world of hand drawn 2D animation. This started up a discussion around stately Spoiler Manor about all sorts of animated movies. We’re taking a look at our current pick of favorite animated movies in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast. Contact us at [email protected] 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers crew chat up Dark Victory, ponder the position of EIC, and give a average rating to a bunch of comics. All this, plus the Major Spoilers Poll of the Week. NEWS You're the EIC: DC Comics - Thoughts Linkage CONTEST The winner of the Major Spoilers 100th Issue Extravaganza podcast is announced during the show. You can check out the correct answers here. EMAIL A listener writes in to ask about Cthulhu and where to start reading the HP Lovecraft mythos. REVIEWS Rodrigo Witchblade/The Darkness/Angelus: Blood on the Sands
(W) Philip W. Smith 
(A) Sheldon Mitchell, Admira Wijaya and Tom Grindberg 
(Cov) Stjepan Sejic Set in 13th Century Arabia, Blood on the Sands tells the tale of three different bearers of the Top Cow Universe’s Trinity. In the harsh environment of the Arabian desert a pair of sisters struggle with the burden of the Witchblade, while a Darkness lord seeks to corrupt an inexperienced bearer of the Angelus. Brought to you by newcomer Philip W. Smith (The Gelding) and the artistic talents of Sheldon Mitchell (Witchblade Annual), Admira Wijaya (Hercules) and Tom Grindberg (Teen Titans, The Outsiders). Matthew Green Lantern Corps. #37 Written by Peter J. Tomas Art and Cover by Patrick Gleason and Rebecca Buchman Variant Cover by Rodolfo Migliari The penultimate "Emerald Eclipse" chapter is upon us as the breakout on Oa leads to vast devastation and death across the planet. As the War of Light rages, do Kyle Rayner, Guy Gardner, Kilowog and the rest of the Corps have the willpower to quell the riot and overcome the napalm-spewing Red Lanterns and the fear-spreading Sinestro Corps? Stephen THE STRANGE ADVENTURES OF H.P. LOVECRAFT #2 (of 4) story MAC CARTER art TONY SALMONS cover ADAM BYRNE Something sinister has been unleashed into the life of young pulp writer H.P. Lovecraft. His wretched dream of monsters and murder has come true! It can’t be coincidence… It can’t be merely that he’s begun a fast descent into madness… Two men are dead! Can Lovecraft stop the deadly beasts that seem to slip from his subconscious into the real world before the police discover that the trail of blood leads directly to his doorstep…. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Marvel dropped the pebble in the pool this week, with the announcement that Steve Rogers would be the latest hero to pass through Death’s Revolving Door and make his return in Captain America: Reborn. While it may not have been a huge surprise, thanks to Marvel’s numerous efforts to tease the return, it did cause quite a stir among the comic book fans. Which brings us to the latest Major Spoilers Poll of the Week! What do you think of Steve Rogers' return? * Super excited! * It's too soon! * Death's Revolving Door strikes again - I'll pass. * I'll believe it, when I see it! * What's a Steve Rogers? I don't read or care about Captain America Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Batman: Dark Victory The sequel to the critically acclaimed BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, this trade paperback continues the story of an early time in Batman’s life when James Gordon, Harvey Dent, and the vigilante himself were all just beginning their roles as Gotham’s protectors. Once a town controlled by organized crime, Gotham City suddenly finds itself being run by lawless freaks, such as Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, and the Joker. Witnessing his city’s dark evolution, the Dark Knight completes his transformation into the city’s greatest defender. He faces multiple threats, including the seeming return of a serial killer called Holiday. Batman’s previous investigation of Holiday’s killings revealed that more than one person was responsible for the murders. So the question remains: who is committing Holiday’s crimes this time? And how many will die before Batman learns the truth? Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew chats up Captain America, ponder who is to be the next Batgirl, take a look at olde tyme lingerie, slip back to the days when Earth fell apart, marvel at young tykes with super powers, and discuss Vertigo's Y: The Last Man Volume 1 Deluxe hardcover by Brian K. Vaughan. NEWS Isaiah Bradley as the New Captain America? Linkage EMAIL Rufus asks Matthew to sort out the star date numbering from Star Trek, and Michael writes in to let the crew know he's still listening to the show despite his recent stroke. REVIEWS Rodrigo Salem's Daughter Written by: Ralph Tedesco Artwork by: Caio Menescal Colors by: James Brown The Salem witch trials of 1692 resulted in the hangings of 19 women and men. Over the years many came to realize that the trials were perhaps done in haste with no hard evidence of witchcraft being used by any of the accused. Two hundred years later, Anna Williams, is living a regular uneventful life in Essex County, Massachusetts. But there is more to Anna than meets the eye… much more. Now Anna is beginning to discover her unique powers and knows her life will never be the same as she reluctantly decides to follow her true calling. And a hardened and bitter gunslinger named Braden Cole is the one man who can help her along the way. Matthew PS238 #29 Aaron Williams Miss Kyle's Las Vegas vacation continues to spiral out of control as she and her stowaway students are called upon to solve a mystery that even the greatest casino security team has been unable to crack. Can Miss Kyle, Poly Mer, Zodon, Julie, and the Flea figure out who is robbing the casino blind? Meanwhile, back at ps238, Tyler finds that being in stasis isn't as peaceful as one would think! All this and more in ps238 #29! Stephen Battlestar Galactica: The Final Five #3 Covers: Mel Rubi and Nigel Raynor Writer: Seamus Kevin Fahey and David Reed Penciller: Nigel Raynor Colorist: Ivan Nunes The term “Final Five” collectively describes five of the twelve Cylon humanoid models whose identity, knowledge, or existence has been deliberately or accidentally lost to the seven other humanoid Cylon models. MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK With DC switching up the who’s who in the Batman universe, the final question on many people’s minds is, “Who is the new Batgirl?” Dc has been teasing readers for weeks with publicity images, but today, we’re giving you the chance to cast your vote on who you think is under the Batgirl cowl. CHOOSE! Who is the "new" Batgirl? * Barbara Gordon * Stephanie Brown * Holly Robinson * Cassandra Cain * Charlie Gage-Radcliffe * Vicki Vale * Rose Wilson * Helena Bertinelli * Wendy Kuttler Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Y: The Last Man In the series, on July 17, 2002, something (referred to as a plague) simultaneously kills every mammal possessing a Y chromosome — including embryos, fertilized eggs, and even sperm. The only exceptions appear to be Yorick Brown, a young amateur escape artist, and his Capuchin monkey, Ampersand. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew reviews some comics, picks the comic they are most looking forward to this week, and ponder the use of comics in the classroom with Dr. Peter Coogan, Director of the institute for Comic Studies. NEWS There's a lot of movies coming up, and they might not all be good. Linkage The Major Spoilers website moves to a brand spankin' new server. Does it work well for you? EMAIL John I.G. the second wants to know if there will ever be any more commentary tracks for Cowboy Bebop produced by the Major Spoilers crew. REVIEWS Rodrigo Graphic Classics Volume Seventeen Visions of the Future! Science Fiction Classics presents comics adaptations of stories from the original creators of science fiction including “The War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells and “A Martian Odyssey” by Stanley G. Weinbaum. Also featured are “In the Year 2889” a rare short story by Jules Verne, and “The Disintegration Machine”, starring Arthur Conan Doyle’s Professor Challenger. Plus E.M. Forster’s only SF tale “The Machine Stops”, and shorts by Lord Dunsany and Hans Christian Anderson. Matthew Herogasm #1 Writer: Garth Ennis Penciller/Inker: John McCrea An evil so profound it threatens all mankind… the mightiest heroes on the planet uniting to defend us all… a secret crisis of such utter finality that a countdown to civil or infinite war seems unavoidable… but have you ever wondered what really happens during Crossovers? The Seven, Payback, Teenage Kix, Fantastico and every other supe on Earth team up for an annual event like no other… and where the supes go, can a certain “five complications and a dog” be far behind? Vought-American prepare to make their move, in a story that will change the world of the Boys forever: Herogasm #1. Stephen Star Trek: Crew #4 Story by John Byrne Art by John Byrne Cover by John Byrne It's a war that has raged for decades… but who are the combatants, and what is their unexpected connection to the Earth of centuries past? The crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise will have only hours to find out, or die trying! MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK There are a lot of comics being released this week, and some of them might be more anticipated by readers than others. This week sees the beginning of Batman and Robin #1, the “end” of Ultimate Spider-man with issue #133, more superhero turned bad in Irredeemable #3, a gruesome tale from Image Comics in the form of Chew #1, and the antics of Atomic Robo taking on the horror from space. A) Batman and Robin #1 B) Ultimate Spider-man #133 C) Irredeemable #3 D) Chew #1 E) Atomic Robo #2 F) Other VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION This week on the Major Spoilers Podcast, the Major Spoilers Crew welcomes Dr. Peter Coogan, Director of the Institute for Comic Studies to talk about comics in the classroom. From Classics Illustrated to using comics as a gateway to additional learning (plus a wild rant or two from Stephen) are discussed in the last half of the show. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.

Here it is the celebratory 100th issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast! This bonus sized edition (yup, it's a long one) includes live call-ins from listeners of the show and fans of the site. It was a lot of fun chatting with everyone and we really appreciate everyone around the world who stayed up way past their bedtime to join in on the fun. We gave away a lot of prizes during the show, and for those who couldn't make the live event, listen carefully after the intro and you'll find out how to win a copy of Neil Gaiman's Sandman Volume II: The Absolute Edition. Contact us at [email protected] Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! 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.