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True Believers Issue #19 – C2C Bone One Volume Collection

admin — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:00:23 +0000

In this issue its our reveiw of our Feburary Book of the Month, Bone written by Jeff Smith with art by Jeff Smith. This is our look at the complete collection of one of the most critically acclaimed series of all time, and it is a good one. This extra long review of this 1300 page epic makes for an epic episode. Hopefully you have gotten your copy and read it before now. Because there will be SPOILERS galore, as we discuss the plot, characters, and more in this issue of True Believers. We’ll be back next week with our look at DC Comics in Feburary.

True Believers Issue #18 – Three Avengers and an Engagement

admin — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:00:32 +0000

In this issue its our monthly look at Marvel Comics, and that month just happens to be January, so buckle your seat belts and get ready for the reign. There is some good news for Ben in Runaways, and a lot going on for the Avengers and all of their incarnations.

• Dark Avengers

• New Avengers

• Mighty Avengers

• Daredevil

• Runaways

• Fantastic Four

• ULTIMATUM

True Believers Issue #17 – R.I.P. Final Crisis

admin — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:05:43 +0000

In this issue were back to our old ways and its time to look at DC Comics in the month of January, and there’s a lot to discuss. With a lot of big titles this month we have a pretty length discussion on the current state of DC Comics.

• Faces of Evil

• Heart of Hush Sequel

• Final Crisis

• New Krypton

• Green Lantern

• JSA

True Believers Issue #16 – C2C Superman Last Son

admin — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 10:30:53 +0000

In this issue its our review of our January Book of the Month, Superman Last Son by Geoff Johns, Richard Donner, and Adam Kubert. Hopefully you have gotten your copy and read it before now. Because there will be SPOILERS galore, as we discuss the plot, characters, and more in this issue of True Believers. We’ll be back next week with our look at DC Comics in January.

True Believers Issue # 15 – C2C Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane Vol. 1

admin — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:00:02 +0000

In this issue we discuss our December book of the month, Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane by Sean McKeever and Takeshi Miyazawa. We know its late, but hope you’ll forgive us. Hopefully you have gotten your copy and read it before now. Because there will be SPOILERS galore, as we discuss the plot, characters, and more in this issue of True Believers. Tune in next (this) month for more…

True Believers Issue #14 – The Year That Was

admin — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:00:15 +0000

In this issue its time for our look at all the best comics that have come out over the past year, but rather than just talk about all the books that we’ve been talking about in our Marvel and DC issues, we decided to focus on our favorite indie books.

True Believer’s Best of 2008
•    Y-The Last Man
•    All Star Superman
•    Joker
•    Echo
•    Ex Machina
•    Invincible
•    Astounding Wolf-Man
•    Buffy the Vampire Slayer
•    Umbrella Academy
•    KICK-ASS
•    Astonishing X-Men

True Believers Issue #13 – The Marvelous World of DC

admin — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 06:00:26 +0000

In this issue its time for another look at the month that was in comics, only this time there’s a bit of a twist. Instead of looking at only one of the major publishers, we discuss the December releases of both Marvel and DC.

These are just some of the topics that we talk about in this episode…

Marvel
•    Secret Invasion
•    Dark Reign
•    New Avengers
•    Ultimatum
•    Iron Man

DC
•    Final Crisis
•    New Krypton
•    Batman
•    Green Arrow Black Canary
•    Wonder Woman

True Believers Issue # 12 – C2C Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Vol 1

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 05:00:30 +0000

In this issue we discuss our November book of the month Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris. Make sure that you have read all 11 issues included in this volume, because there will be SPOILERS as we discuss the plot, characters, and more in this issue of True Believers. Tune in next month for more…

True Believers Issue #11 – Marvel Comics in November 2008

admin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0000

In this issue, its that time of the month again, its time for our monthly look into the house that Joe Q built, that’s right Marvel Comics. Which means that we are talking about all the Marvel Comics from November 2008. Included in this issue are: Amazing Spider-Man, Ultimatum, Ultimate Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Runaways, Young X-Men, and The Immortal Iron Fist. Be sure to check out November’s Book of the Month Selection: Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris.

True Believers Issue #10 – DC Comics in November 2008

admin — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:50:12 +0000

In this issue we take our monthly look at all things DC comics. Make sure that you are caught up on all of November’s books before you give this issue a listen. Included in this issue are: Batman RIP, Superman New Krypton, Kevin Smith’s Batman Cacophony, Rage of the Red Lanterns, Final Crisis, Green Arrow Black Canary, and Justice Society of America. Tune in later this week as we switch our focus to Marvel, and be sure to check out November’s Book of the Month Selection: Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris.

True Believers Issue #09 – C2C Gotham Central Book One

admin — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:00:21 +0000

In this issue we discuss our October book of the month Gotham Central Book One: In the Line of Duty by Ed Brubaker, Greg Rucka, and Michael Lark. Make sure that you have read all ten issues included in this volume, because there will be SPOILERS as we discuss the plot, characters, and more in this issue of True Believers. Tune in next month for more…

True Believers Issue #8 – Marvel Comics Summer 2008

Scott — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:56:49 +0000

In this issue, we’re back to discuss what we’ve missed in the Marvel Universe since we’ve been gone. The following books are discussed in great detail: Secret Invasion, New Avengers, Mighty Avengers, Amazing Spider-Man, Captain America, Uncanny X-Men, Captain Britain and the MI13, Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Wolverine, Hulk, Thor, Ultimate Origins, Ultimates 3, Ultimate X-Men, Ultimate Spider-Man, Runaways, and Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane. Tune in next week for our Cover 2 Cover special featuring October’s Book of the Month Selection: Gotham Central Book One – In The Line of Duty by Ed Brubaker, Greg Rucka, and Michael Lark.

True Believers Issue #7 – DC Comics Summer 2008

Scott — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:44:35 +0000

In this issue, we finally return to a regular schedule. Join us as we discuss what we’ve missed in the DC Universe since we’ve been gone. The following books are discussed in great detail: Final Crisis, Batman, Action Comics, Green Lantern, Rogues’ Revenge, Legion of 3 Worlds, The Flash, Green Arrow/Black Canary, Robin, Nightwing, Green Lantern Corps, Justice Society of America, Supergirl, and Justice League of America. Tune in later this week as we switch our focus to Marvel, and be sure to check out October’s Book of the Month Selection: Gotham Central Book One – In The Line of Duty by Ed Brubaker, Greg Rucka, and Michael Lark.

True Believers Issue #6 – DC Universe 0

Scott — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:38:10 +0000

Legion of 3 Worlds. Batman RIP. Prelude to Blackest Night. And the unexpected return of a long lost hero. Join us as we discuss the precursor of sorts to this summer’s Final Crisis. : DC Universe 0

True Believers Issue #5 – Secret Invasion #1(of 8)

Scott — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:58:38 +0000

The Skrulls have invaded the Marvel Universe and are impersonating all of our favorite heroes! Who do you trust? Join us as we discuss the first issue of Marvel’s Summer Crossover Event: Secret Invasion!

True Believers Issue #4 – C2C Astonishing X-Men HC Vol.1 (Part 2)

Scott — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 18:24:55 +0000

In this issue we’re joined once again by John Pavlich of Couch Surfing and Sofa Dogs as we take a detailed look at the second half of Astonishing X-Men Vol. 1 (issues 7-12) by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for details on how you could win a signed copy of Darwyn Cook’s DC: The New Fronier, our Cover 2 Cover for April!

True Believers Issue #3 – C2C Astonishing X-Men HC Vol.1 (Part 1)

Scott — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 11:09:47 +0000

In this issue we’re joined by John Pavlich of Couch Surfing and Sofa Dogs as we take a detailed look at the first half of Astonishing X-Men Vol. 1 (issues 1-6) by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday. We’ll be back next week with the rest of Vol. 1 (issues 7-12) so stay tuned!

All New True Believers Issue #2 – Playing Catch Up With Marvel

Scott — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:26:05 +0000

In the second issue of the all new True Believers, Scott and Ben take time to discuss what Marvel has been up to lately. The following books are discussed in great detail: X-Men: Messiah Complex, Spider-Man: One More Day/Brand New Day, Captain America, Fantastic Four, Hulk, Ultimate Spider-Man, and The Avengers (New and Mighty). Tune in next week for February 2008’s Cover 2 Cover: Astonishing X-Men Vol. 1 HC (issues 1-12) by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday.

All New True Believers Issue #1 – Playing Catch Up With DC

Scott — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 23:37:11 +0000

In the first issue of the all new True Believers, Scott and Ben take time to discuss what DC has been recently. The following books are discussed in great detail: Green Lantern, Batman, Countdown, Green Arrow/Black Canary, The Flash, Justice League, Teen Titans, Booster Gold, Action Comics, and Justice Society. Tune in next week as we take a look at what Marvel has been up to.

True Believers: Cover 2 Cover July 2007 – Green Lantern Rebirth

Scott — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 03:13:18 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion of Green Lantern Rebirth by Geoff Johns (Teen Titans, JSA) and Ethan Van Sciver (Superman/Batman, Impulse).

The Wizard World Chicago 2007 Pre-show

Scott — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 02:51:31 +0000

In this episode we have an insightful interview with Drew Seldin from Wizard, as he reveals all the latest news about Wizard World Chicago. Find out everything you wanted to know about this years convention and more, and as a special bonus listen to this episode for the chance to win a pair of tickets to the convention. So say we all.

True Believers: Cover 2 Cover June 2007 – Runaways Vol. 1

Scott — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:41:00 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion of Runaways Vol. 1 by Brian K. Vaughan (Y The Last Man, Ex Machina) and Adrian Alphona (X-men Unlimited).

True Believers: Cover 2 Cover March 2007 – Superman: Birthright

Scott — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 04:07:16 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion of Superman: Birthright by Mark Waid (Legion of Superheroes, The Flash) and Leinil Francis Yu (Uncanny X-men).

Geekshow Teamup: Heroes – Season One Part 1

Scott — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 00:56:40 +0000

Surprise! We kept it a secret for the past couple of weeks, but here it is: a Geekshow open discussion of Heroes Season One, Episodes 1-11, featuring Scott, Randy, and Ben. Check it out just in time to get ready for the second half’s premiere on January 22. Enjoy!

Wizard World ‘06 – The Movie

Saberj — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 21:31:16 +0000

Several months ago, we promised you a video podcast of our trip to Wizard World. Well, thanks to Scott getting his hands on the copy of the video, we’ve finally got this baby all edited and ready to go. So be sure give the movie a watch, and then shoot an email off to let us know if you enjoyed it. It really is good stuff!

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True Believers: Cover to Cover November 2006 – Invincible Volume One

Scott — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 23:50:29 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion of Invincible Volume One by Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead, Ultimate X-Men) Corey Walker (Battle Pope) and Ryan Ottley (Superman/Batman Annual).

True Believers Issue #04 – The Light at the End of the Con

Scott — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 09:50:04 +0000

In this issue, we have news on the new Ultimate Spiderman artist, Alan Moore’s guest spot on The Simpsons and more. We discuss the horror that was the Guiding Light/Marvel comics crossover as well as the “Non-Con”, Explor-a-con. Then, we wrap it up with reviews of Civil War: Young Avengers and Runaways by Zeb Wells and Stefano Caselli, and Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert’s opening arc on Batman, called “Batman and Son”. Our C2C this month is Invincibe Ultimate Collection Volume 1 Hardcover, be sure to pick it up before the episode airs later this month!

True Believers: Cover to Cover October 2006 – Batman: The Long Halloween

Scott — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 09:50:46 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion of Batman: The Long Halloween by Jeph Loeb (Heroes, Supergirl) and Tim Sale (Spiderman: Blue, Superman for all Seasons).

True Believers Issue #03 – Pride of Year One

Scott — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 01:49:59 +0000

In this issue, we discuss news on five new Year One titles, Ellis on Thunderbolts, and two new Battlestar Galactica minis. Samantha is back with a new Girls Like Comics Too segment, this week with Batgirl: Year One. Finally we review Runaways “Dead Means Dead” story arc from Brian K Vaughan and Mike Norton, The Boys “The Name of the Game” opening two issue arc from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, Civil War: X-Men by David Hine and Yanick Paquette, and Pride of Baghdad by Brian K. Vaughan and Niko Henrichon. If you’re going out to Exporacon in Lexington, KY, let us know. Our C2C for Batman: The Long Halloween will be out next week!!

True Believers: Cover to Cover September 2006 – The Ultimates

Scott — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 09:14:24 +0000

Join us as we have a SPOILER heavy discussion on the first volume (issues 1-13) of The Ultimates by Mark Millar (Civil War, Wanted) and Bryan Hitch (The Authority).

True Believers Issue #02 – Loners and Runaways

Scott — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 20:16:28 +0000

In this issue, we discuss news on Runaways new creative team and spin-off, the Guiding Light/Avengers crossover, and the return of the black symbiote costume. We introduce two segments to the show inluding Girls Like Comics Too with she-geek Samantha Strasser as she gives a female’s perspective to the world of comics, and Casting Comics in which we cast the main roles for a Runaways movie. Finally, we review the latest Green Lantern storyline “Revenge of the Green Lanterns” from Geoff Johns, and Ion’s first arc “Torchbearer” by Ron Marz.

True Believers Issue #01 – The Geeks in Cell Block G

Scott — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 05:21:18 +0000

In this issue, we discuss news including All Star Batgirl, the “next level” in Rebirth, Mighty Avengers, and Justice League of America. We discuss a few selections from our pull lists including Teen Titans, Uncanny Xmen, and Y the Last Man. Finally, we review Ed Brubaker’s first arc on Daredevil, “The Devil in Cell Block D”. Don’t forget, our Cover to Cover selection for September is The Ultimates Vol. 1. You can order it from book1.geekshow.us and help support the site!