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  • Funny Book Forensics 395 Ricklelicious

    Funny Book Forensics 395 Ricklelicious
    2025/06/01

    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 時間 25 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 394 Oh Goody

    Funny Book Forensics 394 Oh Goody
    2025/05/26

    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 時間 12 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 393 Rise into the Pit

    Funny Book Forensics 393 Rise into the Pit
    2025/05/19
    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 時間 7 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 392 Two Brains and Four Fists

    Funny Book Forensics 392 Two Brains and Four Fists
    2025/05/13
    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 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 391 King Clone

    Funny Book Forensics 391 King Clone
    2025/04/27
    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 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 390 Project Clones

    Funny Book Forensics 390 Project Clones
    2025/04/22
    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 時間 6 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 389 Mountain of Judgement

    Funny Book Forensics 389 Mountain of Judgement
    2025/04/13
    Dan and Greg dive into Jack Kirby's Jimmy Olsen #134 featuring Jimmy Olsen and the Newsboy Legion as they embark on an adventure to find the Mountain of Judgment. We also talk about Kirby's epic storytelling that progresses through bizarre and imaginative landscapes. Moreover, we reminisce about classic toys, Dragon Ball Z, impactful conventions, and even touch upon the evolution of wrestling. Join us for an action-packed and nostalgic journey through comic history!

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

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    Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction to the King Size Kirby Blockbuster
    00:37 Jack Kirby's Unique Superman Faces
    01:53 The Mountain of Judgment
    02:54 Debate on Reading Order of New Gods Books
    03:45 Dragon Ball Z Tangent
    07:38 Jimmy Olsen's Adventure Continues
    09:36 The Wiz Wagon and the Mountain of Judgment
    14:12 Superman's Interference
    20:05 The Edge Lord and the Watercourse
    21:23 AEW's Hot Garbage and Backyard Wrestling
    22:51 Flipper Dipper's Grenade Mishap
    23:07 Wild Art and Jack Kirby's Genius
    24:35 Superman's Struggles and the Whiz Wagon
    28:14 The Harrys and the Mountain of Judgment
    36:14 Comic Art Convention Highlights
    40:01 Podcast Wrap-Up and Future Plans
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    45 分
  • Funny Book Forensics 388 Whizzing into Kirby's Jimmy Olsen

    Funny Book Forensics 388 Whizzing into Kirby's Jimmy Olsen
    2025/04/05
    Greg and Dan dive into Jack Kirby's Fourth World, with Jimmy Olsen issue 133. Get ready for an in-depth analysis of the legendary comic creator's transition from Marvel to DC and his impact on the Bronze Age of comics. You also get the very first appearance of the Whiz wagon.

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

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    Timeline:

    01:10 Transition to Jack Kirby's Fourth World
    02:01 Jack Kirby's Influence and Legacy
    13:50 Jimmy Olsen and the Newsboy Legion
    21:29 The Whiz Wagon Adventure Begins
    39:57 Visitors and Iron Mask
    40:45 Mad Max Action and Coloring Discussion
    44:53 Superman and the Outsiders
    49:48 Superman vs. The Dropout Society
    01:06:38 Kirby and the Bronze Age
    01:14:08 Upcoming Events and Announcements
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    1 時間 18 分