Author Archives: Robbie Dorman

Episode 149: The Luther Strode Saga by Justin Jordan and Tradd Moore

149 – The Luther Strode Saga by Justin Jordan & Tradd Moore

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the three chapters of the Luther Strode saga! They talk about its complete lack of subtlety, its manga influence, and Tradd Moore’s simply incomparable art. They also review all five DC Rebirth books out this week!

Weekly Floppies

  • The Flash Rebirth #1
  • Aquaman Rebirth #1
  • Wonder Woman Rebirth #1
  • Action Comics #957
  • Detective Comics #934
  • Head Lopper #4

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • The Strange Talents, Legend, and Legacy of Luther Strode by Justin Jordan and Tradd Moore

In two weeks, in Nerd Boy Book Club: The Dark Knight Returns by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson

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Episode 148: Locke & Key Vol 4-6 by Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez

148 – Locke and Key Vol 4-6 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are rounding out their discussion on Locke and Key this week! They talk about the conclusion of the story, the book knowing what it is, and the stellar art! They also review Civil War II #1 and all four DC Rebirth books out this week!

Weekly Floppies

  • Strange Attractors #1
  • Civil War II #1
  • Batman Rebirth #1
  • Superman Rebirth #1
  • Green Lantern Rebirth #1
  • Green Arrow Rebirth #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Locke and Key Vol 4-6 by Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – The Luther Strode Saga by Justin Jordan and Tradd Moore!

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Episode 147: Locke & Key by Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez

147 – Locke & Key Vol 1-3 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez

Hey Handsomite! Eric and Robbie are discussing the first half of Locke & Key this week! They talk about the excellent characterization, Rodriguez’s growth as an artist, and its place within the horror genre! They also review and discuss Rebirth #1 and Steve Rogers Captain America #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Rebirth #1
  • Steve Rogers Captain America #1
  • Nighthawk #1
  • Ms. Marvel #7
  • Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Locke and Key Vol 1-3 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Locke and Key Vol 4-6 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez

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Episode 146: Batman 34-51 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

146 – Batman: Endgame & Superheavy by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finishing their discussion of Snyder and Capullo’s Batman run with the Endgame and Superheavy arcs! They talk about James Gordon, the return of the Joker, and a literal Batman machine! They also review Civil War II #0 and Archangel #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Civil War II #0
  • Future Quest #1
  • Mae #1
  • Archangel #1
  • Micronauts #2

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Batman: Endgame & Superheavy by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Locke and Key Vol 1-3 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez!

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Episode 145: Batman 18 - 33 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

145 – Batman: Zero Year by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are continuing their Batman discussion this week with Zero Year! They talk about Batman’s origin, the excellent coloring, and the role of underdog in Batman. They also review Black Panther #2 and Satellite Falling #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Black Panther #2
  • Vision #7
  • House of Penance #2
  • My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #42
  • Satellite Falling #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

Batman Vol 4-5 by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Batman #34-51

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Episode 144: Batman 1-17 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

144 – Batman #1-17 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are tackling Snyder & Capullo’s Batman run, beginning their discussion with The Court of Owls and Death of the Family! They talk about Batman, the style of storytelling, and Capullo’s art! They also review Thunderbolts #1 and The Punisher #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Punisher #1
  • Thunderbolts #1
  • Space Battle Lunchtime #1
  • Legend #1
  • Cinema Purgatorio #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Batman Vol 1-3 by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Batman Vol 4-5 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

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Episode 143: Punisher Max by Jason Aaron and Steve Dillon

143 – Punisher Max by Jason Aaron & Steve Dillon

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the Aaron/Dillon Punisher Max! They discuss Frank Castle’s character progression, Dillon’s art, and the story’s relevance! They also review Micronauts #1 and Assault on Pleasant Hill Omega #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Micronauts #1
  • Power Lines #2
  • International Iron Man #2
  • Avengers Standoff: Assault on Pleasant Hill Omega #1
  • DK3: The Master Race #4

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Punisher Max by Jason Aaron and Steve Dillon

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Batman Vol 1-3 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

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Episode 142: The Nameless City by Faith Erin Hicks

142 – The Nameless City Vol 1 by Faith Erin Hicks (w/ Ivy Decker)

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by Ivy Decker to discuss The Nameless City by Faith Erin Hicks. They talk about the city as a character, Hicks’ skills as a storyteller, and enter into a larger discussion about cultural appropriation. Robbie and Eric also review Moon Knight #1 and The Unbelievable Gwenpool #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Xena: Warrior Princess #1
  • House of Penance #1
  • Mockingbird #2
  • Moon Knight #1
  • Gwenpool #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • The Nameless City Vol 1 by Faith Erin Hicks

Nerd Boy Book Club in two weeks – Punisher Max by Jason Aaron & Steve Dillon

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