And This Is Why I Love Comics Podcast!
Once upon a time in 9th grade, one nerd met another nerd and built a life-long friendship over comic books. Now older, ornerier, and opinionated, Andy and Mike talk about all things comics, games, and joint pain.
Join Andy and Mike every MONDAY as we explore growing up in the 80’s and what it’s like to love comics now! With the help of some guest hosts, we talk comics, having comics with kids, comic conventions and surround it by picking issues to read and review!
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Thanks to Thunder Chicken for the terrific music. Check them out on Spotify!
Disclaimer: honestly, we love comics!
Also thanks to the judges for the Best Comic Artist brackets: Katie, Nick, Jamie, Matt, Matt, Tony, and Kevin.
Episodes
76 episodes
Random Reads Part One Superman VS Tarzan
In this issue, we do the first of our discussion of some random pulls from our collective comic boxes. First up is the DC/Dark Horse Superman/Tarzan. Andy also catches up with some children discussion and Mike lists off his random reads that we...
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27:26
Comic Book Predictions 2025 and Dollar Tree
In this episode Mike and Andy talk what we predict for 2025. Along the way we talk about the Dollar Tree having comics in their stores, Marvel and DC movies coming out for the year, and so much more. Give a listen and leave us a 5-star review p...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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30:01
Grant Morrison's JLA - Welcome Back to the 90's
In this episode we talk about Grant Morrison's JLA run with Howard Porter. Did Mike like it (he never read it before)? Did it live up to the memory of Andy who remembers loving it as it was coming out? Find out and tell a friend!Please l...
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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25:40
Season Five 2025 Plans
In this episode we give out our plans for 2025, shorter episodes, a return to talking mostly comics, and other ideas! We need you to please leave us a 5-star review of the podcast so we can get some algorithms back up. Find out about what we ar...
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Season 5
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Episode 73
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24:19
DCeased, A Halloween Adventure into Madness
Andy and Mike finally get to talking Halloween and DC's DCeased! We go through the entire series, spoilers abound, and comment on how corny and awesome it was at the same time. Plus Andy and his orneriness continues, and we discuss what it's li...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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1:20:23
We Tried, Halloween, We Tried, An analysis of Old Men and School Reunions
In this episode, Mike and Andy talk about how they planned to talk about DCeased, Dc's Zombie comic. Instead, Andy was SOOO grumpy that we branched off and talked about many other things, like Kickstarters, 3D printers, Dungeons and Dragons, an...
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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1:40:18
Deadpool's Secret Secret Wars and Not So Secret Questions
In this episode, we gather our wits and talk about Deadpool's Secret Secret Wars from Marvel Comics. Deadpool is a big thing, right? Right? I'm not sure either. We also get into a little question segment and I try and get Mike to tell the truth...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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36:25
Best Artist Bracket Winner - Memory Lane Moments Plus Role Playing Chat
In this episode, we reveal for the non-FB and TikTok followers who REALLY won the B.A.B.E. (Best Artist Brackets Ever) contest from early this year. We tell you how the winner got there, what we like most about them, and who should have won!!
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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1:03:04
Titans Together!! When Titans Clash Part Two - Continuing the Iconic 80's Run with Issues 7-12
In this issue Mike and Andy talk more New Teen Titans comics from the 1980's. Mike has never read the series and Andy, well, he loves George Perez. We go through and give our thoughts on issues 7-12!This series takes us to Titan’s Tower...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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1:09:32
Big Bang Comics: A Classic Company with Classic Taste Part Two! Plus DC United!
In this episode we continue talking BIG BANG Comics! We go through a little history of the company and talk about more comics from them. It's such an interesting read and we hope you try them out at Indyplanet.com! Mike then tries to pressure m...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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40:52
Big Bang Comics: A Classic Company with Classic Taste Part One! Plus Mimes Vs Clowns!
In this episode, Mike and Andy talk Indy Comics Company Big Bang Comics! First though we talk about the long-awaited chat you've been asking for! Mimes Vs Clowns! Who would win? And would we even know if the Mime won?We discuss...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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40:15
Titans Together!! Part One - Analyzing the Iconic 80s Run that Defined a Generation
Have you heard the myths surrounding the New Teen Titans comic? Rumors abound about its characters and storylines. Some say the artwork is breathtaking (Andy), while others claim the narrative is lackluster (?). And what's the deal with Trigon'...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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1:25:54
The Star Wars Event, The Deadman, Comic Store Jackpot and Ohio
In this episode, Andy and Mike talk Deadman, BABE Bracket winners, the PTO school Star Wars Event and Mike's son hits the jackpot! All this and the best joke Andy can remember! Tell a friend!
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Season 3
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Episode 64
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1:18:27
Is Daredevil the Worst Hero Ever? Plus Nostalgia Newstand and Mike’s Break Room Antics!
In this episode Mike and Andy talk about Mark Waid’s Daredevil run. Did we like it? Also Mike talks about a moment in the office break room and Andy talks about his trip to NC with his older sons. What could go wrong?The link to Nos...
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Season 3
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Episode 63
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1:15:03
Mark Waid's Irredeemable and the Evil PTO!
In this episode Andy and Mike talk artist brackets, being volunteered by the steel hand of the PTO and what we have been reading in comics lately! Lots of laughs. Tell a friend and let us know you are listening!Oh and we talk about Mark Wai...
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Season 3
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Episode 62
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1:01:43
Marvel Multiverse RPG Episode One- Playing With An Iron Fist
In this episode Mike and Andy do a little roleplaying. We try our hand at playing the new Marvel Multiverse RPG Game. Listen as we learn a little about the rules and navigate Danny Rand, aka the Iron Fist as he encounters the start of a plot ag...
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Season 3
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Episode 61
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54:27
Best Artist Bracket Ever (B.A.B.E.) Winners - Part Two
Andy and Mike talk about the last group of Comic Artists in the BABE round one! 112 artists down to 56! Who will win? Will it be one of your favorites? Find out in this episode! Spread the word and join in the discussion! Thanks ag...
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Season 3
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Episode 60
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1:09:22
Best Artist Bracket Ever (B.A.B.E.) Winners - Part One
In this episode Andy and Mike go through the first half of round one and tell you who the judges picked as winners! 112 comic artists go in and half come out and make it to the next round. Find out if your artist won, who they faced, and who th...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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41:02
Dreams of Comic Greatness -Breaking into the Comic Industry Part One
In this episode, Mike visits a comic shop. Andy talks about his leg shaking, and Mike wishes he had more tuna. Oh, and we talk about some of our adventures trying to make it in the comic industry in the 90's. Fun stuff (and embarrassing). ...
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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1:23:46
Best Artists Brackets Ever! (B.A.B.E.) - The Judges
A short and sweet episode that simply introduces the judges in the upcoming Best Artist Brackets. 112 comic artists go against each other in a random draw. Who will come out on top? Nine judges will decide. Let's meet them. Join us on the TikTo...
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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15:22
Is John Byrne's Fantastic Four Overrated? Best Byrne Run of All Time?
In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about 5 issues of John Byrne's famous run of the Fantastic Four by Marvel comics. Famously known for being one of the best runs in FF, John Byrne made a name for himself doing Uncanny X-Men and the Fantastic ...
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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1:20:35
New Year Comic Book Predictions and the Lost Christmas Episode! Action Figures! Funko Pops!
In this episode Andy and Mike talk about the lost episode of Christmas, catch up on each others lives and Mike surprises Andy on making some New Year predictions on what the shape of the comic industry will be, how many Funko pops will still ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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1:22:20
Darwyn Cooke's Parker (Lewis) Can't Lose! Plus Getting Old and James Bond
In this episode more Darwyn Cooke goodness as we discuss Parker from IDW. Also mentioned some James Bond talk, some good old 80's show from fledgling FOX, and Andy discusses his latest getting old ailment. All this and more! Tell a friend...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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1:18:16
Reviewing The Great Darkness Saga and Andy’s Love of the Legion of Superheroes
In this episode Andy loves talking about the Legion of old tales and Mike tries to stay interested. Andy rattles on about Legion stuff, tries to make excuses for the story and just proves that this is an amazing story and every DC fan should re...
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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1:11:26
Reviewing Jack Kirby's work on the Black Panther and New Gods! Kirby Crackle!
In this episode, Andy and Mike for once talk almost exclusively about the actual book they decided on. Marvel's Black Panther by Jack Kirby is discussed and opinions were had. Did Andy come around? Did Mike point out how silly the story was? Fi...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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1:10:02