• Funny Book Forensics 397 An Internal Disagreement
    Jun 15 2025

    Greg and Dan review Madrox #2. Dupes, Chicago, mysteries, advertisements, and more! Join us as we continue to honor Peter David's career.

    Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Funny Book Forensics 397
    00:56 Mad Rocks: The Cool Transforming Toy
    02:28 Discussion on Clones and Duplicates
    08:59 Comic Book Review: Madrox
    09:50 Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down: X-Men Legends
    10:29 Jamie Madrox in Chicago
    17:23 Advertisements and Tangents
    23:11 Smallville and Other TV Shows
    28:25 Trading Card Games and Collectibles
    30:51 Debating Card Terminology
    31:28 Madrox and Steve Buscemi
    33:05 Comparing Smallville and American Beauty
    36:05 Comic Book Collecting and Dynamic Forces
    40:23 Jamie Madrox and His Duplicates
    49:09 Comic Book Art and Color
    51:01 Current Events and Empathy
    59:47 Listener Shoutouts and Wrap-Up

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 396 Now Dan Likes Clones
    Jun 9 2025

    Greg and Dan review Madrox #1 in honor of the late great Peter David. We share our thoughts on the character's bold new direction. Plus, get the latest updates on Grit City Comic-Con and more!

    Writer: Peter David; Penciller: Pablo Raimondi; Inker: Andrew Hennessy; Letterer: Vc Cory Petit; Colorist: Brian Reber; Editors: Andy Schmidt and Nicole Wiley

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Greg's Baby Shower Confusion
    01:37 Podcast Adventures and Comic Book Ideas
    03:58 Honoring Jonathan Joss and Comic Book Discussions
    05:13 SummerCon Announcements and Guest Lineup
    11:24 Madrox and Multiple Man Powers Explained
    22:19 Mutant Town and Madrox's Reboot
    37:16 Blood Donation and Human Rights
    37:55 Checks and Old Payment Methods
    39:50 Dollar Coins and Modern Payment Confusion
    40:40 Detective Jamie's Investigation
    41:57 Comic Book Nostalgia
    44:01 Strong Guy and Character Discussions
    47:53 Multiple Man's Backstory
    48:26 Absorbing the Dupe
    01:06:44 Comic Book Conventions and Creators
    01:09:05 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 395 Ricklelicious
    Jun 1 2025

    Greg and Dan review Jack Kirby's Jimmy Olsen #141 oh goody the Rickles storyline is over. We also reflect on the legacy of prolific writer Peter David, his significant contributions to the comic book industry and pop culture.

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Banter
    00:33 Remembering Peter David
    02:12 Peter David's Prolific Career
    04:59 Peter David's Impact on Comics
    12:52 Peter David's Work in Other Media
    19:32 Comic Book Reviews and Discussions
    27:48 Don Rickles in Comics
    45:45 Coaching Controversy
    46:46 Don Rickles' Remarks
    47:14 Light Ray and Clark Kent
    47:48 The Science of Light
    48:34 Grimbor and Daddy L
    49:58 The Guardian's Battle
    51:11 Jimmy and Goody on Fire
    01:00:40 Rickles and the Bomb Squad
    01:09:12 Final Thoughts on Jack Kirby's Work

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 394 Oh Goody
    May 26 2025

    Dan and Greg "review" Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #139 with its guest appearance by Don Rickles, or should we say, Goody Rickles? Another Jack Kirby "Classic" as we near the end of the our Jimmy Olsen reviews.

    RIP Peter David.

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Podcast Beginnings
    00:36 Wrestling Memories and Facebook Posts
    01:39 Comic Discussions and Listener Feedback
    02:21 Summer Con and Listener Interactions
    06:15 Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #139 Review
    08:20 Don Rickles and Comic Book Cameos
    10:44 Guardian and Newsboy Legion
    18:03 Podcast Updates and Jiujitsu Lawyer Paul
    33:46 Letters to the Editor and Final Thoughts
    38:39 Memorable Facts and Sprite Sponsorship
    39:42 Sea Monkeys and Comic Book Disappointments
    41:47 Hero Clicks and July 4th Traditions
    43:03 Goody Rickles and Inner Gang Thugs
    50:39 Zeppelin Movie and Comic Book Ads
    59:20 Podcast Appearances and Comic Book Sales
    01:08:12 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 393 Rise into the Pit
    May 19 2025
    Dan and Greg review Jimmy Olsen 138! The D.N.Aliens storyline wraps up. We find an amazing letter in the letter column. We cover everything from going to a "wrestling" show to the big Summer Con guest controversy. Join us for another fun show.

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Catchphrases
    00:27 Wrestling Event Experience
    01:17 Finding Nick at the Event
    01:49 Overcrowded Venue
    03:31 Comic Book Discussion: Superman and Jimmy Olsen
    04:21 Kirby's Mixed Media Art
    05:54 Comic Book Cover Critique
    07:36 Superman and Jimmy Olsen Storyline
    23:47 Letters to the Editor
    30:57 Superman vs. DN Alien
    33:58 Inflation Calculation and Ringer Shirts
    35:00 Superman vs. DN Aliens
    35:30 Comic Book Page Numbers and Omnibus
    38:22 Attack of the Clones and Big Brains
    40:25 Quick Story Endings and Comic Book Ads
    49:42 Summer Con Rant
    56:35 Jiujitsu Lawyer Paul and Retro Emporium
    01:01:53 Riverdale and TV Show Discussions
    01:05:44 Podcast Conclusion and Future Plans

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 392 Two Brains and Four Fists
    May 13 2025
    Dan and Greg review Jimmy Olsen 137. What has four fists, cyborgs, Starlite, and a Jack Kirby book? This podcast does!

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Apologies
    01:30 Comic Book Mail Call
    02:24 Kickstarter Announcement
    06:24 Nemesis Comic Project
    10:05 Joe Hendry and Wrestling Talk
    12:02 Jimmy Olsen Comic Discussion
    27:52 Kirby and the Nuclear Man
    28:35 Superman vs. The Forearmed Fury
    29:23 DN Alien and the Whiz Wagon
    30:28 Superman's Deduction Skills
    32:28 The Atomic Pile Mission
    33:13 The Final Countdown
    33:33 Guardian and Newsboy Legion
    35:05 Letters from Kirby Fans
    35:50 Mixed Reviews and Art Critique
    42:53 Jack Kirby's Universe
    50:25 Retro Emporium and Live Music
    53:31 Jiu-Jitsu Lawyer and Conclusion

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    57 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 391 King Clone
    Apr 27 2025
    Dan and Greg smash Jimmy Olsen 136. Jimmy Hulk tries to smash the clones. Kirby continues to world build. Dan is not patient enough to let the build happen! Another fun episode.

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:


    00:00 Podcast Introduction and Juliet's Antics
    00:41 Jimmy Olsen and Baby Carrots
    01:14 Peas, Carrots, and English Peas
    04:18 The Punisher and Ethics Discussion
    10:20 Jimmy Olsen's Incredible Transformation
    15:29 The Guardian and Project Cadmus
    25:34 Cloning and DNA Explanations
    26:57 Bob Barker vs. Drew Carey: A Nostalgic Debate
    27:24 Skipping Classes and High School Shenanigans
    28:10 The Newsboy Legion and Alien Species
    28:52 Musical Fantasies: Newsies, Sandlot, and Mighty Ducks Crossover
    31:26 Comic Book Analysis: Jack Kirby's Wild World
    34:03 The Future of DC Comics and Jack Kirby's Legacy
    41:19 Comparing Art Styles: Jack Kirby vs. Neil Adams
    44:17 Wrestling Analogies and Comic Book Storytelling
    51:21 Concluding Thoughts and Advertisements
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    56 mins
  • Funny Book Forensics 390 Project Clones
    Apr 22 2025
    Dan and Greg explore the wild and wacky world of Jack Kirby's Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #135. From the bizarre Evil Factory to cloning shenanigans we take on the complexities of Kirby's storytelling. Tune in for another fun podcast.

    Writer: Jack Kirby; Penciller: Jack Kirby; Inker: Vince Colletta; Letterer: John Costanza; Editor: E. Nelson Bridwell

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction and Banter
    00:34 Patreon and Podcast Discussion
    01:03 King Falls AM and Noah James
    02:43 Comic Book Talk Begins
    05:44 Jimmy Olsen and Superman
    11:03 The Evil Factory and The Project
    15:56 Green Jelly and Snoopy
    17:22 Back to Jimmy Olsen
    32:49 Introduction of Juliet the Dog
    33:08 Discussion on Cloning and Superman's Ethics
    33:45 Neil Adams and Bob Hope Comics
    34:44 Superman's Knowledge of Genetic Code
    36:23 Evil Duplication Ray and Kryptonite Dust
    39:50 Darkseid's Return and Chaos
    53:53 The Guardian and DN Aliens
    54:48 Jack Kirby's Impact on DC Comics
    59:37 Conclusion and Announcements
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    1 hr and 6 mins