Best Spectacular Comic Book Podcasts (2025)

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Arthro-Pod Episode 191: Chagas disease 1:25:35

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Welcome back Arthro-Pod listeners! Chagas disease has been in the news this year after a recent paper stated that it should be considered endemic to the United States. But what does that mean, and what evidence is there for the claim? This week Michael leads the crew in a discussion about Chagas disease and the kissing bugs that vector the pathogen…

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Bir Tawil: The Ridiculous Tale of "Earth's Worst Real Estate" 31:26

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Land! Historically speaking, it's a pretty popular thing. In fact, a great deal of human conflict is based upon fighting over real estate -- yet, as Ben, Noel and Max discover in today's episode, in at least one case there's a piece of the world no nation wants. For well over a century, Egypt and Sudan have both been fighting over who controls Bir …

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1967 Fantastic Four 59 60 61 62 63 : Blastaar Sandman Doctor Doom Silver Surfer Inhumans 20:00

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Episode 362. James B and Eddie cover five books ending coverage of the Fantastic Four. This will continue until Eddie decides he missed Triton too much. Sponsored by a PSA from J. Edmonson Hasspacher Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Blastaar the Su…

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1996! Comics In Chaos! 1:36:34

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1996! Comics In Chaos! An in depth look at a year that was both turbulent and exciting for comic books and pop culture! Marvel Vs. DC! Heroes Reborn! Mark Waid on being “fired”. Image Fractures! Independence Day Blows the roof off!

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CLASSIC: Uncle Sam Tried to End World War II With Bat Bombs 38:12

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Folks, we are phenomenally excited about this week's Classic episode. It sounds like something straight out of the cave beneath Bruce Wayne's Manor, but thanks to the passion of a part-time inventor named Lytle Adams, the United States military really did spend millions attempting to arm bats with incendiary devices and launch them -- real-life bat…

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Review: Archie vs. Minor Threats #3 18:24

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In this episode, Josh and Brandon meet at Pop’s to review Archie vs. Minor Threats #3. Beware spoilers in this episode! If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha JonesBy Brandon Clarkson, Josh Wright

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The Ridiculous History of the "Ice Cream Sundae" 35:19

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For fans of sweet, frozen sweets, there's nothing as perfect as ice cream. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max scoop into a bizarrely niche controversy: Who actually invented the 'Ice Cream Sundae,' and why on Earth is it spelled 'Sundae,' rather than 'Sunday'? Ben here: we do figure it out, and history is super weird. Thanks for tuning in! See o…

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The X-Men Fix! 58:13

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The X-Men Fix! Movies & Comics, let’s fix ‘em!

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Zombies, Part Two: The Movies! 53:08

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On the shambling heels of their recent episode exploring the bizarre legendary origins of zombies, Ben, Noel and Max dive headfirst into the cinematic side of the undead: zombie movies. As they discover in today's episode, the film version of zombies or the walking dead has become increasingly distinct from the original folklore version -- and this…

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1997 The Amazing Spider-Man -1 The Spectacular Spider-Man -1 Peter Parker: Spider-Man -1 Sensational Spider-Man -1 20:45

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Episode 361. James B and Eddie read 4 books that take place before Peter Parker was Spider-Man. Are books without Spider-Man in them any good? Listen to find out! Sponsored by Coney Island Carnival Workers Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Jessie Th…

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Marvel/DC! Fight Club! 58:36

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From Marvel to DC, from Gil Kane to Frank Miller to Daniel Warren Johnson and everything in between, the evolution of action choreography in comic books!

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CLASSIC: The American Soldiers Who Defected to North Korea and Became Movie Stars 36:33

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In this weekend's Classic episode, Ben quizzes Max on his dreams of being a director, ultimately asking: What would the average person do to become famous? Often described as one of the most isolated countries in the world, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has been ruled by the Kim dynasty since 1948. And while most reports of defectors fo…

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Arthro-Pod Episode 190: Mimic (1997) for the Halloween Spectacular 1:17:27

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Two episodes in one week?! We wanted to make sure to drop this little treat off before the Halloween season officially passes. We hope you will tune in as Jody, Mike, and Jonathan discuss the 1997 cockroach horror film "Mimic". You'll never look at a Blattodean the same way again! Show notes: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119675/ https://kickseat.c…

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Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: The Temple of Artemis 32:11

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It's no secret that the Wonders of the Ancient World were pretty... wonderful -- yet also pretty mischaracterized. In today's episode, Ben, Noel, and Super Producer Max explore the phenonemal Temple of Artemis, which was built not once, not twice, but three separate times before it ultimately disappeared. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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2025 Halloween Special (Radio Play & Review) 13:54

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In this episode, Josh and Brandon explore Pop's archives after dark and uncover a spooky secret from the past! Check out this Archie & Me Halloween radio play and review of Jughead #78! Pop Tate voiced by Reggie Pace. THIS IS FAN FICTION DON'T SUE US WE’RE POOR. UNLESS THE LAWSUIT WILL END UP GIVING US HIGH-PAYING JOBS AT ARCHIE If you enjoy this p…

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The Best Drawn Comics. Ever! 1:22:09

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Marvel! DC! Batman! X-Men! Superman! Dr. Strange! Rob shares what he believes to be the finest illustrated comic books ever published. Listen and sound off, share your views and opinions! Did he make the right calls?

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Arthro-Pod Episode 189: New World Screwworm 1:01:11

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In this episode of Arthropod, hosts Jody and Michael delve into the unsettling topic of the New World Screwworm, Cochliomyia hominivorax, a pest that has made headlines due to its potential impact on livestock and human health. They explore the biology and life cycle of the screwworm, the implications of myiasis, and the historical context of eradi…

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That Time Everyone Loved Radium: What Could Go Wrong? 50:45

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Fellow Ridiculous Historians, we all know the inspiring and tragic story of Marie Curie -- however, not everyone is familiar with the absolute boom in radium-associated merchandise, which took the world by storm before the public understood the dangers of radiation. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into a bizarre tale of capitalism, marke…

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1997 The Hobgoblin Lives 1 2 3 Spider-Man Team Up 6 : Hulk Dracula Ned Leeds Jason MacEndale Aquarian 20:00

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Episode 360. James B and Eddie celebrate Halloween with Goblins and Vampires. Sponsored by Hobgoblin masks. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Osborn Corp. senior exec Donald Mekken. Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by ww…

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Jim Lee & The Star Wars Gambit! 1:07:28

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Jim Lee pursues the Star Wars license armed with generational talent but ultimately comes up short, failing to seal the deal. Would obtaining Star Wars transformed Wildstorm Studios and prevented the eventual sale to DC Comics?

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CLASSIC: How a Broken Toilet Foiled a German Sub 25:48

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Toward the end of World War II, the German Type VIIC submarine was acknowledged to be one of the most advanced -- and deadliest -- predators on the seas. Yet, in at least one case, some of the same technological breakthroughs that made these subs astonishing also led to their demise. Join the guys as they dive (get it?) into the strange story of U-…

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CLASSIC: Creature Feature: The Dark Tetrad 1:03:46

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It's the weekend! Time to get outdoors, enjoy nature... and, honestly, watch out for crazy animals. Join the guys in this Classic episode as they make an appearance on Creature Feature, the podcast that takes a critter’s eye view to explore how animal behavior parallels the behavior of humans. In this episode, Katie Goldin and the guys explore the …

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The A.I. Invasion! 1:14:54

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Having spent many months talking with multiple A.I. companies, Rob shares his in-depth understanding of the future of A.I. in entertainment and pop culture.

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CLASSIC: Gustaf Broman Tried to Cross the Atlantic in a Canoe . . . Or Did He? 38:59

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Ben here: Noel and I are sailing the seas this week -- wish us luck! Luckily, our Super Producer Max is holding it down with some of our favorite Classic episodes. Here's one I especially enjoyed from 2019, all about strange ocean travels: "In 1895, Gustaf Broman announced he would sail across the Atlantic in a 13-foot-long sailboat crafted from a …

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Arthro-Pod Episode 188: Insects and Comic Books 1:31:13

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Hello bug lovers! In today's pulse pounding episode, Jonathan unleashes his inner nerd to talk at Jody and Michael about the world of comic books and how insects have been used in this visual story telling medium. From the origins of the funny pages to the symbolism behind insects/spiders in super hero books, this episode take a lot of twists and t…

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1997 Spider-Man (Peter Parker) 79 80 81 Unlimited 17 : Morbius Shoc Fortunato Hammerhead Crown 27:21

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Episode 359. James B and Eddie cover four books where Ben Reilly gets three mentions and J Jonah Jameson spends some money. James B launches a new segment. Sponsored by Mendell Stromm's Robot-Making Tutoring Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and an angr…

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Marvel’s Ultimate Sadness 1:23:57

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Ace Frehly! KISS Comic book legacy! Neal Adams! The Lost X-Men Story! Marvel’s Ultimate Sadness! It a jam-packed episode of comic book excitement!

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CLASSIC: The Weird, Surprisingly Recent Origin of the Tooth Fairy 27:29

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Ben here: Noel and I are sailing the seas this week -- wish us luck! Luckily, our Super Producer Max is holding it down with some of our favorite Classic episodes. Here's one for all the kids scared of dentists: "For millions of kids in the West, the story is as mysterious as it is profitable: Once your baby teeth begin falling out, hide them benea…

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Book Club: Afterlife With Archie with Gillian Swearingen 58:39

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Gillian Swearingen meets with Josh and Brandon at Pop’s to discuss Afterlife With Archie #1-10 Beware spoilers in this episode! If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha JonesBy Josh Wright, Brandon Clarkson

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CLASSIC: When Vikings Loot The Wrong Town 39:01

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Ben here: we're out on the high seas this week -- true story! While we're away, we're sharing some of our favorite Classic episode. Here's one we absolutely loved, and travel-related: "Like many Viking leaders, Halfdan and Bjorn wanted to be known for their fearlessness in battle and their ability to locate the finest spoils -- they wanted the comm…

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The NYCC Wrap Up! 1:12:34

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Drew Struzan Tribute! Inking John Byrne! Talking with Jim Steranko! Meeting With Gary Vee! Image Comics Dinner! What a show!!

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CLASSIC: Were Tulips Really The Bitcoin of the 1600s? 30:21

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In the 1600s, residents of the Dutch Republic were -- according to the story -- absolutely bonkers for tulips. A market sprang up around the tulip trade, and people began paying in advance for tulip bulbs, negotiating increasingly extravagant financial agreements and, in some cases, even using tulips as currency. This Tulipmania is often presented …

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1997 Spider-Man ( Peter Parker ) 76 77 78 Unlimited 16 : SHOC Dread Knight Betty Brant Silver Sable J Jonah 16:25

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Episode 358. James B and Eddie learn about SHOC while Betty Brant needs help in Latveria. Sponsored by Mark Spector and Associates Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and one innocent Roxxon Executive. Most Sound effects and music generously provided roya…

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NYCC Spectacular! Pt. 1 1:28:57

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Todd McFarlane! Gary Vee! Jim Steranko! Robert Kirkman! Brian K. Vaughn! New York Comic Con was an experience like no other!

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CLASSIC: (Some of) History's Dumbest Military Prototypes 55:49

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As Ben and Noel hit the high seas, they're celebrating with a special week of their favorite Classics. It's true that the world's militaries often pioneer technological innovation -- but don't let all those great successes fool you! The world's militaries have at least as many failures as they do breakthroughs. Join Ben, Noel and special guest Chri…

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Bite Sized Archie #250 + Our Favorite Strips 17:36

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Josh and Brandon meet at Pop’s to celebrate Bite Sized Archie #250 and talk about some of our favorite strips by Ron Cacace and Vincent Lovallo. Beware spoilers in this episode! If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha Jones…

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The Dumbest Mobster Ever Tried To Steal Ruby Slippers 40:23

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There are few pieces of film history more iconic than Dorothy's magic ruby slippers from 1939's The Wizard of Oz. Yet, at first, the studio had no idea how valuable these would become. The multiple pairs of slippers languished in obscurity until costume department worker named Kent Warner launched a mission to save them. Yet the story doesn't stop …

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The New Comic Book Algo! 1:05:12

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X-Men! Avengers! Fantastic Four! The Algorithm of comic book publishing is continually changing and lately it’s evolving at a rapid, somewhat troubling pace! We discuss the new model and what comes next!

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The Ridiculously Disturbing History of North Korea 48:25

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1997 The Amazing Spider-Man 422 423 424 Spider-Man Team Up 7 : Thunderbolts Electro Elektra Black Tarantula 24:31

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Episode 357. James B and Eddie discuss Joe Robbie being brave against Ninjas, Electro’s backstory vs Elektra’s purpose, Peter getting a tutor while also becoming a tutor, Peter’s headache and who is Abner Jenkins? Sponsored by Weasel Jack Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written b…

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Comic Art Now! 1:05:30

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Comic Art Now! X-Men! Spider-Man! Superman!! A discussion of the tradition of the power of comic art and how it shapes the stories, moments and excitement of our favorite characters & titles!

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CLASSIC: The Forty Elephants: London’s All-Female Jewel Thieves 42:07

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For at least 200 years, part of London’s criminal underground was ruled by a gang of brilliant, all-female jewel thieves. In this week's classic episode, Ben, Noel and Max explore the rise and fall of the notorious Forty Elephants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Disco Balls are Ridiculous, and We Love Them 38:47

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Human history is absolutely riddled with ridiculous inventions. Some are cartoonishly specific. Others, like the disco ball, serve no purpose other than amusement -- and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into the dazzling (get it?) history of the 'myriad reflector.' See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Review: Archie's Halloween Spectacular 2025 19:20

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Josh and Brandon meet at Pop’s to review the new Archie's Halloween Spectacular one-shot. Beware spoilers in this episode! If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha JonesBy Josh Wright, Brandon Clarkson

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The Truth About "Zombies" 50:17

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As summer turns and fall begins, Ridiculous History officially enters the most wonderful time of the year. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into the legend of a specific kind of 'living dead' -- the zombie. According to the stories, a zombie is a cadaver reanimated through evil magic, and cursed to obey the commands of a powerful bokor (s…

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1997 The Amazing Spider-Man 419 420 421 Annual 30 : The Rose Black Tarantula El Uno Angela Yin 25:58

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Episode 356. James B and Eddie learn about El Uno, Soundown, Black Tarantula and a lot more non-A-List villains. Sponsored by What Would MJ Say AI App. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by Eddie and Angela Lin’s sister’s love interest. Most Sound effects and music generousl…