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ASM Classics Episode 17: ASM 23

Emails, emails, and more emails! Between the recording of this episode a month ago and its publication, the emails have begun to stack up, so rather than make you wonderful people wait longer for a response, we recorded an email segment to accompany our somewhat shorter coverage of Amazing Spider-Man 23. And that ended up being half the episode. But keep sending them in. We have a strategy now for addressing emails in a more regular fashion, so never fear to write. This week, Spider-Man is faced once again by his nemesis from Hollywood, the Green Goblin. We also see…

ASM Classics Episode 16: ASM 21 & 22

Gasp! Shock! This time around, the Classics gang is going SOLO!! Or…um…trio. What do you call it when a group of three is going alone? Whatever that is, that’s what we’re doing. It’s no big deal. We’re just changing up some behind-the-scenes stuff which will mean more guest co-hosts sometimes, as well as the occasional episode with just the three of us. In this, our latest episode, Jon Wilson, Joshua Bertone, and Donovan Grant venture beyond the realm of the three Pocket Books reprints that Jon had as a youth, looking at Spider-Man’s first fight with the Beetle, and his…

ASM Classics Episode 15: ASM 20 and Avengers 11

In the meantime, we are wrapping up our recording session with the ever valiant, but by now somewhat sleepy Stephen Lacey, of the World of Superman Blog. After this, Jon, Josh, and Donovan have sworn off seven-hour recording sessions. We’ll be recording more frequently for shorter durations, which means more guest co-hosts, and episodes with no guest co-hosts. It’s just gonna be easier. Stephen was great, but we hate to torture people with hours and hours at the mike. This episode addresses the first appearance of the Scorpion, Mac Gargan, later of Venom fame. We also see Spider-Man co-starring in…

ASM Classics Episode 14: ASM 18 & 19

Welcome back, Spidey fans, to the British invasion!!! Yes, we are joined again this week by UK Superman blogger Stephen Lacey, to take a look at Amazing Spider-Man 18 and 19. Thrill to every minute as Peter Parker runs from a fight, flirts with his aunt, and smashes through glass with nary a scratch. The Sandman and the Enforcers are out in … erm, force, and enjoy them while you can, because neither will grace the pages of a Spidey book for quite some time to come. The new Facebook link to the left points to a NEW Facebook page. …

ASM Classics Episode 13: Amazing Spider-Man 17

Hello? Anybody still out there? Yes, ladies and gentlemen, that’s right! After 40 days of spider-fast, Amazing Spider-Man Classics is back! This month, Jon, Don, and Josh are joined by British blogger Stephen Lacey (author of the World of Superman blog) as they discuss and deliberate the beginning of Ditko’s first great trilogy. Also, introducing a new feature on Facebook. A bit of fandom fun may be had at the pages for Team Betty, Team Liz, and Team Mary Jane. This is in addition to the main Facebook page for the show. All the delays have been to due to…

ASM Classics Episode 12: Amazing Spider-Man Annual 1

Six sinister welcomes to all you Spider-Fans out there who have returned for another round of shenanigans with Jon, Josh, Don, and our guest this month, Michael Bailey (of Views from the Long Box). This episode we have served up for you a full plate of Spider-Man annual goodness from 1964 as Spider-Man tackles the Sinister Six! Along the way, Dr. Octopus meets his future beloved and Aunt May acts like she smoked a fatty before the story started. We also read emails this time around, and a letter from Stephen Lacey references a Silver Age Superman review that can…

Spectacular Radio Episode 45: “Gangland” With Greg Weisman & Andrew Robinson

We welcome back Greg Weisman and script writer Andrew Robinson to break down the development of the climax of the Criminology arc as pop culture and high culture come together for an epic clash. Listen as we go in-depth on this episode’s unique soundtrack, the stupidity of guys (by four guys, no less), some hints as to where Silver Sable may have been headed from here, and more. But most importantly, we pay tribute to Denny O’Neil (1939 – 2020); a true titan in the comic book industry.

ASM Classics Episode 11: ASM 16 & Tales to Astonish 57

Welcome to our latest episode of Amazing Spider-Man Classics, the show dedicated to covering every feature book, as well as every guest and cameo appearance we can find of the amazing Spider-Man. Our June episodes are a bit behind due to scheduling conflicts, but we think you’ll find they’ll be worth the wait. This week, Michael Bailey (of Views from the Long Box) joins Jon, Josh, and Don to take a look at Tales to Astonish 57 and Amazing Spider-Man 16, and it’s quite the wild ride. And the daughter Lily makes a cameo along the way. Just a word…