Chris's Comics

Episode 42 - X-Men: Hellfire Gala

Chris Wakefield — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:21:07 +0000

Don your finest dress or sharpest suit. Because you are cordially invited to the hottest mutant event of the season -- the Hellfire Gala! Join your favorite heroes (Chris & JB), their closest ally (Special guest Fieldmouse)...and even their worst enemy (J Leal in spirit)...for a special night of sweat, swearing, and semi-nude men! Email at chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 41 - Legends of the Dark Knight

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 20:07:48 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest Batman comic books they have been reading recently, including the new Legends of the Dark Knight series, and Batman Black & White issues 3 to 6. Email at chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 40 - Silk

Chris Wakefield — Wed, 19 May 2021 20:08:12 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Non-Stop Spider-Man #1, Home Sick Pilots #4, Alien #1, Captain Marvel #27, and X-Men: Legends issues 1 to 4. The boys also talk about Spider-Man character Silk, and her past and present runs. Email at chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 39 - Nightwing #78

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 19:36:46 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Nightwing #78, Tales from the Umbrella Academy: You Look Like Death #6, Amazing Spider-Man #62, Sensational Wonder Woman #1, and the Deadpool Nerdy 30 anniversary one-shot. The boys also discuss the new Batman fan film from Bat in the Sun; Dying Is Easy. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 38 - Zack Snyder's Justice League

Chris Wakefield — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:24:15 +0000

On this special edition episode Chris discusses his opinions on Zack Snyder's Justice League movie. Does it live up to the hype? How does it compare to the original Joss Whedon version? Exactly how much of it is in slow-mo? Tune in to hear all of these questions answered and more. Send in your comments and questions to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 37 - Batman Black & White #2

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:32:36 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Batman Black & White #2, Black Cat #2, Guardians Of The Galaxy #10, the latest Amazing Spider-Man and Miles Morales issues, and a few of the new DC Future State books. Also hear Chris's opinion on the new DC animated movie Batman: Soul of the Dragon. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 36 - Wonder Woman: Blood & Guts

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 21:18:59 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including the first two volumes of New 52 Wonder Woman: Blood & Guts, Miles Morales: Spider-Man #22, and the first two issues of the new horror comic Home Sick Pilots from Image Comics. The boys also give a full spoiler review of the new DC movie Wonder Woman 1984. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 35 - Superman & Batman: Generations, An Imaginary Tale

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 23:18:20 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Black Cat, King In Black, Tales from the Umbrella Academy: You Look Like Death, Doom Patrol, The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys: National Anthem, Batman: The Killing Joke, Batman: White Knight Presents: Harley Quinn, Crossover, and issue one of the new series of Batman Black & White. This episodes book club is the 1999 four-issue prestige format mini-series, Superman & Batman: Generations, An Imaginary Tale from DC Comics, written and drawn by super-star creator John Byrne. Listen to hear their divided thoughts on the series and find out who enjoyed it and who hated it. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 34 - Best Of 2020

Chris Wakefield — Sat, 19 Dec 2020 03:07:19 +0000

Chris and JB take stock of the comic books they’ve loved and hated the most in 2020. From best writer and artist, to worst comic book series of the year, listen as the boys discuss their choices and announce your winners. Featuring some shocking and controversial revelations! Chris's Comics will never be the same again! Skip for Chip to 1:01:55.

Episode 33 - Three Jokers

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 18:41:43 +0000

Join Chris, JB, and special guest Lee Christian of Smilex, for a full spoiler review and discussion of the new DC Comics Black Label bestseller Batman: Three Jokers. Listen to their thoughts on the long-awaited miniseries, as they dissect and critique the each three issues in detail. The boys tackle the issues of continuity and canon, and also delve deep into the character and mythos of the Joker and his representation and evolution over the years in comics, movies, and animation. Get in touch by emailing chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com. Follow on instagram www.instagram.com/chrisscomicspodcast and facebook www.facebook.com/chrisscomicspodcast. Be sure to check out Lee Christian and his music at www.instagram.com/leechristagram and www.youtube.com/smilexvideos

Episode 32 - Kingdom Come

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 20:09:50 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Injustice: Year Zero, Amazing Spider-Man, DCeased: Dead Planet, Dark Nights: Death Metal Legends of the Dark Knights, Saucer Country, Sex Criminals, and the latest offerings from Free Comic Book Summer 2020. The boys also discuss the winners of the Eisner Awards 2020. This weeks book club is the 1996 DC Comics Elseworlds story Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross. Listen to hear their thoughts on all four issues of the prestige format series. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 31 - Daredevil #21

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 12:00:53 +0000

Chris and JB are joined by special guest Fieldmouse of the Skeleton Crue Brand Podcast Network. They discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Cable, X-Factor, Amazing Spider-Man, Daredevil, Suicide Squad, Justice League Dark, X-Men/Fantastic Four, Shazam, and the latest offerings from Free Comic Book Summer 2020. Send in your comments, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 30 - The Joker 80th Anniversary Super Spectacular

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 18:25:18 +0000

Chris and JB celebrate 80 years of The Clown Prince of Crime. Listen to their full spoiler review and discussion of The Joker: 80th Anniversary 100 Page Super Spectacular from DC Comics. Tune in to hear their views on the ten stories of terror and anarchy. The boys also speculate about the upcoming Three Jokers series, and get hyped for Dark Ages from Marvel Comics. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 29 - Batman: Curse of the White Knight

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 18:15:32 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Immortal Hulk, Incredible Hulk, Amazing Spider-Man, Marauders, V for Vendetta, DCeased: The Unkillables, Giant-Size X-Men: Nightcrawler, and the new original graphic novel from DC Black Label; Birds of Prey by Brian Azzarello. This episodes book club is Batman: Curse of the White Knight; the second installment of the White Knight saga from Sean Gordon Murphy. Listen to hear their thoughts on issues 1-8 of the series, and the one shot Batman: White Knight Presents Von Freeze. Send in your thoughts, questions, and requests to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 28 - Justice League Dark: Apokolips War

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 22 May 2020 13:10:55 +0000

Join Chris and JB for a full spoiler review and discussion of the new DC animated movie Justice League Dark: Apokolips War. Listen to their thoughts on the fifteenth and final film in the DC Animated Movie Universe, and the similarities it has with Marvel's live action equivalent; Avengers: Endgame. Also tune in to hear their views on the breaking news of the upcoming release of Zack Snyder's director's cut of the Justice League movie, coming to Warner Bros. streaming service HBO Max in 2021. Are the boys bothered about this news? Or are they more interested in the gates this could possibly open up for other directors cuts being released? Be sure to follow @theayercut and @_nerdxcore_ on Instagram for more on this movement.

Episode 27 - DC's Women Problems feat. Graeme Kynaston of AMFX

Chris Wakefield — Sat, 16 May 2020 16:37:36 +0000

Chris and JB are joined by Graeme Kynaston of the band AMFX to discuss the women characters in DC Comics, and the troubles of translating them from page to screen. Who is getting constantly sidelined? Which characters deserve to be pushed into the spotlight? Who would the boys cast as a live action Batgirl? Listen to hear their views on the Batwoman CW show, Birds of Prey, The Killing Joke animated movie, and much more. Send in your comments and questions to chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 26 - Doomsday Clock

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 08 May 2020 12:33:31 +0000

Chris and JB finally talk comic books again, as they discuss DC's epic Watchmen crossover; Doomsday Clock by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank. Listen to hear their views on the sprawling saga, as they dig in deep and dissect each issue of the 12 part series. Send in your comments and questions by emailing chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 25 - Quarantine Catch Up

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 01 May 2020 19:52:20 +0000

Chris and JB return in a special social distancing Skype episode. Unfortunately no comic book talk this time due to technical difficulties. However the boys nerd out about all the comic book TV shows they have been watching recently. Including; the Marvel Netflix shows, Doom Patrol, Titans, Pennyworth, and Deadly Class. Also listen to hear what else they have been up to in lockdown and their thoughts on the global Coronavirus pandemic. Send in your comments and questions by emailing chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 24 - Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Chris Wakefield — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:42:51 +0000

Chris and JB discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, including Guardians Of The Galaxy, Iron Man 2020, and Batman: Curse of the White Knight. This months book club is Chilling Adventures of Sabrina from Archie Comics. Listen to hear their polarising thoughts on the entire series so far. Send in your comments and questions by emailing chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 23 - Best Of 2019

Chris Wakefield — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:24:41 +0000

Chris and JB take stock of the comic books they’ve loved and hated the most in 2019. From best writer and artist, to worst comic book series of the year, listen as the boys discuss their choices and announce your winners from the Instagram poll.

Episode 22 - Phase 4

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 21:27:46 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me and Undead Comic Cast. In this special one shot episode the boys shirk their usual comic book talk in order to discuss all the latest announcements from Marvel Studios. Which TV shows are they most looking forward to? And which movie has both of the boys in agreeance is the most exciting? Send in your thoughts at chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com.

Episode 21 - Astonishing Spider-Man & Wolverine

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 15:27:02 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me and Undead Comic Cast, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently. Including Silver Surfer: Black #1, Black Cat #1, and Heroes In Crisis #9. This months book club is Astonishing Spider-Man & Wolverine from Marvel Comics. Listen to hear their thoughts on the 2010 six issue mini series.

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Episode 20 - Free Comic Book Day 2019

Chris Wakefield — Thu, 30 May 2019 13:20:38 +0000

Chris is back after a forced hiatus! Listen to hear why! On this episode Chris basically talks at JB about all the comic books he has been reading recently. Including Spider-Man: Life Story, Heroes In Crisis, and Detective Comics #1000. The boys also discuss all the comics they have read from Free Comic Book Day 2019.

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Episode 19 - The Ultimates: Homeland Security

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 13:06:14 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me and Undead Comic Cast, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, compare The Umbrella Academy TV show to the comic, and call out all the Tom King haters. This months book club is The Ultimates: Homeland Security from Marvel Comics. Listen to hear their thoughts on issues 7-12 of the series. Send in your thoughts and questions, or if you simply want a shout out on the next episode, get in touch with the show by emailing chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com

Episode 18 - Spider-Geddon

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 13:57:20 +0000

Chris is joined by artist Ben Allen, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently. This months book club is the recent Marvel Comics Spider-Man event Spider-Geddon. Listen to the boys discuss their thoughts on the mini-series and the tie-ins. Contact the show chrisscomicspodcast@gmail.com. Check out Ben's artwork at www.benallenink.com

Episode 17 - Comic Book Gateway

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 13:39:42 +0000

Chris is joined by artist Ben Allen, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, as well as revealing their personal gateways into the medium. Check out Ben's artwork at www.benallenink.com

Episode 16 - Best Of 2018

Chris Wakefield — Wed, 02 Jan 2019 13:52:00 +0000

Chris and JB take stock of the comic books they’ve loved and hated the most in 2018. From best writer and artist, to worst comic book series of the year, listen as the boys discuss their choices and announce your winners from the Instagram poll.

Episode 15 - The Superior Spider-Man

Chris Wakefield — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 01:16:03 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me, as they discuss all six trade paperbacks of Dan Slott's Superior Spider-Man run from Marvel Comics. Listen until the end to hear the appropriately themed and awesome track; Superior by legendary nerdcore rapper Adam WarRock.

Episode 14 - Wolverine: Old Man Logan

Chris Wakefield — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:36:41 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently. This months book club is Wolverine: Old Man Logan from Marvel Comics. Listen to hear their thoughts on Wolverine (2003) issues #66-72 and Wolverine: Old Man Logan Giant Size.

Episode 13 - The Ultimates: Super-Human

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 21:29:02 +0000

Chris is joined by Jay Burdett of Talk Nerdy To Me, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently. Prepare for X-rated talk about Batman's penis and the Wasp's boobs! This months book club is Vol. 1 of The Ultimates: Super-Human from Marvel Comics. Listen to hear their thoughts on the first 6 issues of the series.

Episode 12 - Batman & the Signal

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:59:15 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently. In addition, the main topic of conversation this month is the recently released DC Comics book Batman & the Signal. Listen as the boys talk about the 3 issue mini series, and express their views and opinions whilst coming to blows from opposing sides! Who do you agree with?

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Episode 11 - Dark Fang: Earth Calling

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 23:18:06 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss all the latest comic books they have been reading recently, and some breaking comic book news. On top of all that, the main topic of conversation this month is the Image Comics book Dark Fang by Miles Gunter and Kelsey Shannon. Listen as the boys talk you through the first 5 issues, and express their views and opinions on the delightfully dark new series. Stay tuned til the end to find out how you can win some comic books in our new giveaway!

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Episode 10 - Batman: White Knight

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 23:09:33 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss all of the latest comic books they have been reading, and also go through the July 2018 Solicitations for Marvel and DC Comics. On top of all that, the main topic of conversation this month is the DC Comics mini-series Batman: White Knight by Sean Murphy. Listen as the boys talk you through the entire 8 issues, and express their views and opinions on the hugely successful critically acclaimed sell-out series. Will they finally agree on a comic book series?! Which Batmobile would they drive if they had the chance? The answers to all of these burning questions and more in this episode!

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Episode 9 - Dark Nights: Metal

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 23:00:37 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss the ambitious DC Comics event Dark Nights: Metal. Listen as the boys go through the whole story and cover every issue of the eponymous six-issue miniseries, and all of tie-in books.

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Episode 8 - Avengers: Rage of Ultron

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:49:42 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss the 2015 OGN from Marvel Comics - Avengers: Rage of Ultron. Listen to hear their views on the superhero epic, as they get all philosophical and question robots rights! The boys also discuss the latest comic book news regarding Frank Miller, and reveal a Chris's Comics exclusive from Marvel Comics artist Mahmud Asrar. Listen to find out what it is. If you're a Star Wars fan you'll want to tune in for this!

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Episode 7 - 2018 Solicitations

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:39:04 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss the 2018 Solicitations from Marvel and DC. Listen to hear their views on the previews for the upcoming comics from the big two. The boys also discuss the latest casting news regarding the upcoming Umbrella Academy Netflix series from Gerard Way, and take a look back at the best selling comics of 2017. A word of warning - Gas masks may be required for the listening of this podcast.

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Episode 6 - Secret Empire (PART 2 of 2)

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:29:55 +0000

In the concluding part of this two part bumper episode, Chris is joined again by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss Marvel's controversial Secret Empire event. Listen to hear their views on the epic Summer crossover event, as they dig in deep and dissect each issue of the 10 part series, including a few tie in issues thrown in for good measure. Covered in Part 2; Secret Empire #6-10, X-Men: Blue #8 & 9, Secret Empire: Omega #1.

*PLUS - AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR MOVIE TRAILER REVIEW* Listen until the end of the episode to hear Chris and JB watch and review the brand new trailer!

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Episode 6 - Secret Empire (PART 1 of 2)

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:22:03 +0000

In this first of a two part bumper episode, Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss Marvel's controversial Secret Empire event. Listen to hear their views on the epic Summer crossover event, as they dig in deep and dissect each issue of the 10 part series, including a few tie in issues thrown in for good measure. Covered in Part 1; Secret Empire #0, Free Comic Book Day Issue, Secret Empire #1-5, Secret Warriors #1, Captain America: Sam Wilson #22, Deadpool #32.

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Episode 5 - Thought Bubble 2017

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:10:39 +0000

On this episode Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss their experience at Thought Bubble Comic and Arts Festival 2017. Listen to hear their tales from the con, and reviews of Thought Bubble guests work; Gerard Way's Umbrella Academy (Volumes 1 & 2), and Sara Pichelli's Ultimate Comics Spider-Man (Volumes 1 & 2).

Click here to watch our video coverage from Thought Bubble 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZ0DtWR3kG8&t=5s

Special thanks to Brian K. Vaughan for the intro.

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Episode 4 - Who Watches The Button?

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 21:57:10 +0000

Chris is joined by Talk Nerdy co-host Jay Burdett, as they discuss all the latest comic book news from San Diego Comic Con 2017 including the Eisner Award Winners for 2017. Listen to hear their views on The Watchmen comic and movie, and it's recent tie in with the crossover story arc The Button, and what this could mean for the future of the DC Comics universe. Stay tuned til the end to hear an exclusive interview with legendary comic book writer Marv Wolfman recorded at LFCC 2017.

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Episode 3 - Lady Thunderbolt Strikes Again

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 21:42:30 +0000

On this episode Chris is joined again by Abbie Robinson, as they discuss all the latest comics they have read recently. Listen to hear their views on The X-Files, Generation X, Monsters Unleashed, and more.

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Episode 2 - Free Comic Book Day 2017

Chris Wakefield — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 21:15:56 +0000

On this episode Chris is joined by Abbie Robinson, as they discuss all the comics they have read from Free Comic Book Day 2017.

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Episode 1 - Interview with Chris Wildgoose (Batgirl)

Chris Wakefield — Sat, 04 Aug 2018 00:05:54 +0000

Chris Wakefield hosts a new podcast where he geeks out about comic books with a special guest. On his debut episode, Chris is joined by Batgirl artist Chris Wildgoose as they discuss who they would cast in the recently announced Batgirl film, their favourite current comic books and the Suicide Squad movie.

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