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John M. Campbell — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:28:42 +0000

Wednesday cometh once again, and it is time to pinch our pennies on Wednesday so we can drink them away on friday. Although really this time of year, it’s saving money for presents. But really what better present is there … Continue reading →

Avengers Trailer

Comics Radar — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:13:57 +0000

Fat Cobra Returns, Can not wait

John M. Campbell — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:31:13 +0000

From marvel editor and Twitter user @alejandrobot, comes this peak of Iron Man 2.0 number 5. Fat Cobra! Iron Fist! Iron Man 2.0. Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for April 21st!

Matt Melnyk — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:06:45 +0000

Excuse me, while I whip this out. Also, Sneak Peek of Jonah Hex from the Flick. Continue reading →

Number One Weekly Comic Book Podcast #003 – Cold Space & Iron Man Noir

Comics Radar — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 05:43:57 +0000

Third Week, third podcast. Maybe I'm finally getting a hold on this podcasting thing, eh? Both 5/5 for new readers books this week. Continue reading →

Number One Weekly Comic Book Podcast #002 – SHIELD & Codebreakers

Comics Radar — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 06:52:21 +0000

One Week Later, A new Podcast. I love it when a plan comes together. Reviewing 2 books this time. Comments always appreciated. Continue reading →

The Return of Matt’s Pull List for April 14th!

Matt Melnyk — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:06:36 +0000

It's Back! I finally sat down and did a Pull List. I know it's been a while, so sit back and enjoy! Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for Feb. 3rd!

Matt Melnyk — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:06:58 +0000

Another week. Another Pull List. See what books I'll be reading tomorrow. Continue reading →

Comics Radar 061 – The End of the Blackest Night is Nigh

John M. Campbell — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:21:59 +0000

After the Darkest Night, comes the Brightest Day. So, too, comes a new Comics Radar Podcast. We're back, delving into the January Issue of Previews and covering some of the absolutely shocking announcements about comics and comic based movies.

Spider-man 4, no more? and the death of John's 360. Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for Jan. 6th

Matt Melnyk — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:00:39 +0000

Return of Matt's Pull List! Find out what Matt's reading as Blackest Night takes a break, Marvel kicks off their next Mega event and what Image book is leaving Matt in a near catatonic state this week? Continue reading →

Comics Radar 060 – This episode has nothing to do with Christmas

Comics Radar — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:41:32 +0000

Twas the night before christmas and on the comics radar site A new episode was uploaded to download byte by megabyte Continue reading →

FCBD Gold Books Announced

John M. Campbell — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:18:35 +0000

Free Comic Book Day is set for May 1, 2010 and they have just announced the “Gold” Level titles that should be available at every retailer participating. Freecomicbookday.com says these titles were voted on, but I remember previous years it … Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for Dec. 9th

Matt Melnyk — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:38:21 +0000

I know it’s been like Six Months since I did a Wednesday Pull List, I apologize. Life has kinda gotten in the way. But I’m ready to start doing these again. DARK HORSE COMICS: BPRD: War on Frogs #4 (of … Continue reading →

One Page: Wolverine: Old Man Logan Giant Size #1

Comics Radar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:49:17 +0000

What makes the difference between a good comic and a great one? I think the difference usually hings on just one good page. Maybe that page shocked you, made you laugh, or just made you say, “oh $#!*,” but that … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 056 – September Previews

Comics Radar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:27:28 +0000

Who’s behind the Blackest Night? Did Youngblood’s Shaft just hit puberty? Who cares about a new Deathlok comic? Matt & John search for answers to these questions and more. Theme Music: Super Rad by The Aquabats

Comics Radar 055 – Proudly Brought to you by Stark Industries

Comics Radar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:56:31 +0000

That’s right, Comics Radar has changed hands as well. We welcome our new corporate overlords. Recorded 2 shows back to back, this is our first talking about Marvel being bought by Disney, DC Comics becoming DC Entertainment, D23, and Green … Continue reading →

John’s Pull List for 8/5/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 04:07:14 +0000

AVATAR PRESS Absolution #1 (Of 6), $3.99 Christos Gage this is the first issue after the zero issue. I really don’t understand doing a separate zero issue before the series, at that point the zero is the introduction to the … Continue reading →

John’s Pull List for July 1, 2009

Comics Radar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:53:07 +0000

BOOM! STUDIOS Irredeemable #4, $3.99 More death, More destruction, and more backstory on how the World’s Greatest Hero became a mental trainwreck. It’s slow building, but filled with pathos. DARK HORSE Star Wars Invasion #1 (of 5), $2.99 For those … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 52 – June Previews – Still time to get your order in!

Comics Radar — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:25:59 +0000

by John Campbell Wow, been too long since Matt or I last posted on the site, but here’s a fresh new episode to enjoy. Good News, no F-bombs this time around. First we review Transformers 2. We got to see … Continue reading →

Mickey Rourke as Whiplash

Matt Melnyk — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:17:23 +0000

by Matt Melnyk When I first saw this photo of Mickey Rourke I gave my Computer Screen a loud, “Huh!”. But after thinking about it, the costume makes complete sense. He built it in his Garage. I’m pretty sure my … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 051 – May Previews?!? Blame the New Host

Matt Melnyk — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 04:10:16 +0000

So, here it is, the first podcast of the new regime. Matt’s taking over in the big chair; I’m focusing more on the tech and being the sidekick, which is really where I’m happy. - Dwayne McDuffie and Justice League … Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for 4/22/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:09:20 +0000

Azrael: Death’s Dark Knight #2 (of 3) In this issue we find the NEW Azrael taking on the League of Assassins. Talia Al Ghul really wants that “Suit of Sorrows” back. Will Azrael be able to fill the gap left … Continue reading →

John’s Pull List 4/15/09

Comics Radar — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:22:16 +0000

Catch up week for me, so 2… 2… 2 weeks in one. AVATAR PRESS Doktor Sleepless #12 Ignition City #1 (of 5) Doktor Sleepless slowly crawls forward sans the title character showing the effects of what he set up in … Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for 4/15/09

Comics Radar — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:17:25 +0000

Green Lantern Corps #35 Prelude to the Blackest Night Continues with “Emerald Eclipse”. Red Lantern Vice has escaped his Science Cell on Oa, causing a Prison Break. It’s up to Guy Gardner, Kyle Rayner and Kilowag to keep the Peace. … Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List 4/8/09

Comics Radar — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 03:08:53 +0000

John’s Note: My fault these are so late this week. Big surprise, I know 1. All New Savage She-Hulk #1 (of 4) “Dark Reign X-Over” The last She-Hulk series was always at the Top of my Pull List every month. … Continue reading →

Fat Cobra

Comics Radar — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:07:54 +0000

If you haven’t been reading the Immortal Iron Fist you don’t know the glory of Fat Cobra. He was introduced in the Seven Capital Cities of Heaven as one of the other Immortal Weapons. Here’s some of his Glory: Well, … Continue reading →

John’s Pull List for 4/1/09

Comics Radar — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 03:35:07 +0000

APE ENTERTAINMENT Super Human Resources #3 (of 4), $3.50 One of the only books on the stands today that actually makes me laugh out loud. But while It’s packed full of humour, it’s still a little light on plot. Ken … Continue reading →

You should be reading X-factor

Comics Radar — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:24:57 +0000

If you haven’t checked out X-factor for the shocking revelations in X-factor 39 or 40, maybe this post by Peter David will do the trick: I’ve decided that I’m going to take the opposite approach to promoting X-Factor from what … Continue reading →

Dark Comic Projects

Comics Radar — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:13:46 +0000

Marvel and DC have new teasers epic promoting their dark projects. Check them out here. Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List 4/1/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:40:40 +0000

1. Battle for the Cowl: Man-Bat #1 (one-shot) Like I’ve said before, I’m really enjoying the whole BFTC series. The Commissioner Gordon One-Shot was really Good. In this weeks tie-in, Dr. Langstrom aka The Man-Bat is Confronted by Dr. Phosphorus. … Continue reading →

Matt’s Pull List for 3/25/09

Comics Radar — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:27:56 +0000

Matt’s finely decided to grace us with some of his… unique opinion on comics outside of the podcast. Here’s Matt’s featured pulls of the week. 1) Battle for the Cowl: Commissioner Gordon #1 BFTC #1 was Awesome! And I’ve been … Continue reading →

Pull List for 3/18/09

Comics Radar — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:46:51 +0000

Pretty much a guarantee, that if I ever have time to record an episode with guests, the following week will be insanely busy. So, here without commentary is my Pull List for 3/18/09 magically timeshifted to be pulished on the … Continue reading →

Pull List for 3/11/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:28:03 +0000

APE ENTERTAINMENT Super Human Resources #1 (of 4) Super Human Resources Preview Pages Unique art style, looks like a fun book. I can give the first issue a shot. BOOM! STUDIOS Hexed #3 (of 4) DC COMICS Green Lantern Corps … Continue reading →

Pull List for 3/4/09

Comics Radar — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:21:09 +0000

ABSTRACT STUDIOS Terry Moores Echo #10 Echo is an interesting book. To be honest, it reads better in trade. But It’s a book that I figure if I didn’t order may not make it to trade. But if you want … Continue reading →

Pull List 2/25/09

Comics Radar — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:19:22 +0000

BOOM! STUDIOS Eureka #2 (of 4)(Cover A J.K. Woodward), $3.99 I’m a fan of the show. The first issue was pretty good, I really hope they use the medium a bit more and go bigger than what they can do … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 047 – Convention Survival Guide

Comics Radar — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:15:46 +0000

Shorter episode this time. Matt’s out with an illness, So I take a look at three comics that impressed me this month and give my short form Convention Goers Boot Camp. R.E.B.E.L.S. #1 Johnny Monster #1 New Avengers #50

Pull List 2/18/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 18:20:42 +0000

IMAGE COMICS Amber Atoms #1, $3.50 Dynamo 5 #0, $0.99 Firebreather Series #4, $2.99 Four Eyes #2, $3.50 Great Unknown #1 (Of 5), $3.50 Invincible #59, $2.99 Johnny Monster #1 (of 3), $3.50 Noble Causes #39, $3.50 Amber Atoms #1 … Continue reading →

Pull List 2/11/09

Comics Radar — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:38:44 +0000

BOOM! STUDIOS Hexed #2 (of 4)(Cover A Emma Rios), $3.99 Read the whole first issue at Myspace then go pick up the second one. very cool so far. DC COMICS Green Lantern Corps #33 (Origins & Omens Tie-In)(Blackest Night Prelude), … Continue reading →

Pull List 2/4/09

Comics Radar — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 17:41:14 +0000

In a shocking event, I actually picked up my books on Wednesday. I’ll be posting up some reviews as long as I’m not too busy this weekend. BOOM! STUDIOS Eureka #1 (of 4)(J.K. Woodward Regular Cover), $3.99 Farscape #2 (Joe … Continue reading →

Pull List 1/28/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:34:54 +0000

Has it been a week already? Every time, I start making headway on Comics Radar, work drags me back down. What can you do when 1,800 of your coworkers are fired, leaving you to pick up the slack? Pull List, … Continue reading →

Pull List 1/21/09

Comics Radar — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:41:20 +0000

I apologize that this is a day late but, if you haven’t figured out by now, Wednesday’s are my real heavy days with 2 classes and my full time job, so don’t expect updates on Wednesdays. There are plenty of … Continue reading →

Good Bad and Ugly Comic Movie News

Comics Radar — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:02:49 +0000

I didn’t get a chance to post on these when they popped up, but I had to comment on them, so here’s what happened last week and this weekend I didn’t mention. GOOD: Who Watches the Watchmen? We all do. … Continue reading →

Pull List 1/14/09

Comics Radar — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:03:20 +0000

Usually this goes up on Tuesday, but I opted to let the podcast sit on it’s own. So, here it is: My Pull list for this week. As always, I welcome comments on what I’m missing an need to add. … Continue reading →

Comics Political Leanings?

Comics Radar — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:09:07 +0000

Embedded video from CNN Video In the upcoming issue of Spider-man, Barack Obama will be making an appearance. and do the “terrorist fist jab.” So, of course, this means Joe Quesada gets to make another media appearance or two. Good … Continue reading →

Andy Diggle is my New Favorite Writer

Comics Radar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:43:58 +0000

Andy Diggle talking about the Thunderbolts/Deadpool Crossover, “Magnum Opus:” I give you my personal guarantee that this story is 100% free from any whining, navel-gazing, hand-wringing, overly drawn-out soap-opera bulls**t. What you get for your hard-earned cash is a fast, … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 036 – Comic Reviews for 1-10-08

Comics Radar — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:03:42 +0000

Hulk #1 by Jeph Loeb & Ed McGuiness Legion of Superheroes #37 by Jim Shooter & Francis Manapul Youngblood #1 by Joe Casey & Derec Donovan

Marvel Preview for 9/12

Comics Radar — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 21:03:30 +0000

X-MEN: EMPEROR VULCAN” #1 COVER BY: BILLY TAN WRITER: CHRISTOPHER YOST PENCILS: PACO DIAZ THE STORY: It’s brother versus brother and the outcome could decide the fate of billions. UNCANNY X-MEN’S “Rise and Fall of the Shi’Ar Empire” continues here! … Continue reading →

Marvel Preview for 8/22

Comics Radar — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 17:55:39 +0000

Marvel has 2 number one issues this week, but only sent out preview pages for one of them and that is actually part of the Mystic Arcana series of one-shots meant to reestablish the magic side of the marvel universe. … Continue reading →

New Marvel Comics for 8/15

Comics Radar — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 00:27:16 +0000

Marvel only has one first issue coming out next week, and that is Terror, Inc. I was a fan of the old series and can’t wait to see the new one. Preview behind the cut Terror, Inc. #1 Written by … Continue reading →

Captain America’s Shield Found

Comics Radar — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:41:38 +0000

He says he received a letter from Joe Quesada, but considering the shield went missing. Stephen Colbert is actually a Supervillain! If you listen at the end he even says he will FIGHT FOR INJUSTICE! Appalling. Stephen Colbert MUST BE … Continue reading →

Captain America’s Shield Missing

Comics Radar — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 22:15:38 +0000

Official Press Release Details are sketchy at this time, but a S.H.I.E.L.D. spokesperson has revealed that Captain America’s shield has gone missing. It’s unclear who has taken the shield as no photographic evidence exists, but S.H.I.E.L.D. has issued an artistic … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 014 – Civil War, Captain America, and the future of Marvel.

Comics Radar — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 06:29:38 +0000

***reuploaded*** Cohost Matt is back as we talk about the resolution of Civil War. What happens in Captain America 25 and where we think the Marvel books are headed in the short term. *WARNING* THIS IS A SPOILER FILLED EPISODE, … Continue reading →

These Masked Vigilantes Must Be Stopped!

Comics Radar — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 14:27:22 +0000

Recently Batman was seen, sneaking through the yard of a Middle School. These supposed crimefighters have gone too far. Can’t they keep their silly spandex and leather games confimed to their own home cities instead of having to drag it … Continue reading →

Comics Radar 009 w/ Guest Segment by Mur Lafferty of Geek Fu Action Grip

Comics Radar — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 20:04:05 +0000

Happy New Year News Items: Archie Comics‘ Betty & Veronica Get a New Look Weather slows Civil War for West Coast Mouse Guard makes numerous "Best of 2006" Lists Cross Bronx issue 1 Free Online Zenescope Returns to Wonderland Under … Continue reading →