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Episode 188: Journey Into Mystery Vol 1-3 by Gillen, Braithwaite, Rodi, & Breitweiser

188 – Journey Into Mystery Vol 1-3 by Gillen, Braithwaite, Rodi, & Breitweiser

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, and they are discussing Kid Loki in Journey Into Mystery! They talk about Loki’s legacy, the similarities to Sandman, and the rotating artists. They also review Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man #1 and Secret Weapons #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Head Lopper #6
  • Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man #1
  • Shirtless Bear-Fighter #1
  • Secret Weapons #1
  • Clue #1
  • Batman #26

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Journey Into Mystery Vol 1-3 by Gillen, Braithwaite, Rodi, & Breitweiser

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – She-Hulk Vol 1 by Mariko Tamaki & Nico Leon

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Episode 186: This One Summer by Mariko Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki

186 – This One Summer by Mariko & Jillian Tamaki

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about This One Summer by Mariko and Jillian Tamaki this week! They talk about it getting banned, Jillian’s spectacular art, and how it covers adolescence! They also review Luke Cage #1, Generation X #1 and Batman #23!

Weekly Floppies

  • World Reader #2
  • Street Fighter vs Darkstalkers #1
  • Yokai Watch #1
  • Generation X #1
  • Luke Cage #1
  • Batman #23

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • This One Summer by Mariko & Jillian Tamaki

In two weeks in Nerd Boy Book Club – Teen Titans: The Judas Contract by Marv Wolfman and George Perez

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Episode 184: The Stone Heart by Faith Erin Hicks and Jordie Bellaire

184 – The Stone Heart by Faith Erin Hicks & Jordie Bellaire (w Ivy Decker)

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by Ivy Decker to discuss The Stone Heart! They talk about the second thirds of trilogies, forced romances, and Hicks’ expert storytelling! Eric and Robbie also review Nick Fury #1 and Batman #21!

Weekly Floppies

  • Batman #21
  • Nick Fury #1
  • Royals #2
  • Redneck #1
  • The Shaolin Cowboy: Who’ll Stop the Reign #1
  • World Reader #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • The Stone Heart by Faith Erin Hicks & Jordie Bellaire

Shut the Fuck Up, Marvel by Colin Spacetwinks

In two weeks: Lost at Sea by Bryan Lee O’Malley in Nerd Boy Book Club

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Episode 174: Saga Vol 5 - 6 by Fiona Staples and Brian K Vaughan

174 – Saga Vol 5-6 by Fiona Staples & Brian K Vaughan

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Staples and Vaughan’s Saga this week! They talk about the overall shape of the story, Staple’s utterly unique qualities as an artist, and Vaughan’s legacy as a writer! They also review Bullseye #1 and Monsters Unleashed #2!

Weekly Floppies

  • Monsters Unleashed #2
  • Bullseye #1
  • The Flintstones #8
  • Batman #16
  • The Walking Dead #163

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Saga Vol 5-6 by Fiona Staples and Brian K Vaughan

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Shutter Vol 1-4 by Joe Keatinge & Leila Del Duca

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Episode 171: Diesel Ignition by Tyson Hesse

171 – Diesel: Ignition by Tyson Hesse

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are reading Tyson Hesse’s Diesel: Ignition this week! They talk about his beautiful art, the wonderful world building, and the book’s future! They also review JLA Rebirth: The Atom #1 and The Unstoppable Wasp #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • The Fall and Rise of Captain Atom #1
  • The Atom Rebirth #1
  • Batman #14
  • The Unstoppable Wasp #1
  • Nova #2

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Diesel: Ignition by Tyson Hesse

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club: Akira Vol 1-3 by Katsuhiro Otomo

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Episode 169: Wet Moon by Sophie Campbell

169 – Wet Moon Vol 1-3 by Sophie Campbell

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Sophie Campbell’s Wet Moon in this week’s episode! They talk about its appeal, Campbell’s growth as an artist, and debate a shift in tone! They also review Nova #1, Doctor Aphra #1, and Batman #12!

Weekly Floppies

  • Motor Crush #1
  • Batman #12
  • Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #1
  • The Unworthy Thor #2
  • Avengers #2
  • Nova #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Wet Moon Vol 1-3 by Sophie Campbell

In three weeks – The Annual Handsome Boys Handies Awards!

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Episode 168: From Hell by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell

168 – From Hell by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back to discuss Moore and Campbell’s seminal From Hell! They talk about the multi-layered themes, Campbell’s art and design, and the grim content! They also review Savage #1 and Ghost Rider #1!

Weekly Floppies

  • Batman #11
  • Death of X #4
  • Ghost Rider #1
  • Infamous Iron Man #2
  • Great Lakes Avengers #2
  • Savage #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • From Hell by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Wet Moon Vol 1-3 by Sophie Campbell!

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Episode 166: Hellboy in Hell by Mike Mignola and Dave Stewart

166 – Hellboy in Hell by Mike Mignola & Dave Stewart

Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie dip their toes into the Mignolaverse this week while discussing Hellboy in Hell! They talk about Hellboy’s legacy, Mignola’s style, and the problems of long-running independent properties! They also review Avengers #1 and Batman #10!

Weekly Floppies

  • Batman #10
  • Midnighter and Apollo #2
  • Avengers #1
  • Death of X #3
  • Foolkiller #1
  • Occupy Avengers #1
  • The Unworthy Thor #1

Nerd Boy Book Club

  • Hellboy in Hell by Mike Mignola  & Dave Stewart

Next week in Nerd Boy Book Club – Dr. Strange: The Oath by Brian K Vaughan & Marcos Martin

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