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A child prodigy, a space cadet, a hyperactive ditz, a gentle giant, a jock and a straight (wo)man all walk into a high school, and we get to laugh at the results as Kellen reviews Azumanga Daioh.

Once again, Dan Toland joins Mike to discuss five comic books: Black Panther #40, Daredevil #110, Runaways #1, Secret Invasion: The Amazing Spider-Man #1 and She-Hulk #32.

In this episode of Dread Media, a tired and cranky Desmond Reddick presents what he has recovered of his messed up Festival of Fear coverage. In chronological order: a question and answer session with Slime City director Greg Lamberson, an interview with Edward Douglas from Midnight Syndicate and an interview with Greg Lamberson. Tunes include: "Unsound" by The Headstones, "Brain Damage" by The Browns, "Called from Beyond" by Midnight Syndicate, "Gruesome" by Giasone and Marcy Italiano and "Fear of the Dark (Live)" by Iron Maiden. Enter the Gord Rollo Jigsaw Man contest! Go to these fine sites: www.horror-mall.com, www.gordqrollo.com, www.slimeguy.com, www.midnightsyndicate.com and www.thedeadmatter.com. Contact me: dreadmedia@earth-2.net or 206-203-1213.

Prior to their reviews ("Legends of the Dark Knight," "Unity," "Girl's Night Out," "The Demon Reborn" and "Mad Love"), James and Mike answer more e-mails than ever before!

This week, Mike and a special guest review 1985 #4, Moon Knight #21, Punisher #61, Uncanny X-Men #501 and X-Factor Special: Layla Miller. Who's the guest and where's Des? You know how to found out.

In this king-sized episode of Dread Media, Brother D from Mail Order Zombie stops by to discuss all things George A. Romero. Which film are they both crazy for? What secret is Brother D hiding about OJ Simpson? And who does Desmond reserve a Michael Bay-level of hatred for? You better listen. Tunes included: "Season of the Witch" by Donovan, "The Calling (Main Title)" and "I'd Rather be a Wanderer" by Donald Rubinstein, "Bruiser" by The Misfits, "George Romero" by The Sprites and "George Romero Will be at Our Wedding" by Showbread. Go to www.horror-mall.com and www.mailorderzombie.com. Contact me: dreadmedia@earth-2.net or 206-203-1213.

James Deaux and Ian Wilson join Mike this week, as the trio reviews the 1966 Batman movie, starring Adam West and Burt Ward. Along the way the guys discuss Robin's feelings about kissing girls, the monument to Benedict Arnold in Gotham City Central Park, the Riddler's wayward glances and the differences in how Americans and the British pronounce certain words.

Steph Ives makes her Animezing Podcast debut as she joins Kellen to discuss Ai-Kon 2008. Listen to their thoughts on the guests, the dealers room and working backstage at a convention. Music includes "Fucking in the Bushes" by Oasis, "Slip Out" by Mongolian Chop Squad and "Thank You" by McMaster and James.

The five comics Des and Mike cover this week are Atomic Robo: Dogs of War #1, Fall of Cthulhu: Godwar #1, Secret Invasion: Inhumans #1, Station #2 and X-Men Origins: Jean Grey.

In this, the 50th episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick does the geeky thing and makes a Top 50 list. Films, directors, comics, artists, bands, composers and more are covered in this thick and meaty edition of Dread Media. Thanks to everybody for listening. Check out www.horror-mall.com. Featured songs: "Renfield" by Philip Glass and the Kronos Quartet, "See You in Hell" by Monster Magnet, "Red Bats with Teeth" by Angelo Badalamenti, "Shoggoths Away" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, "The Poltergeist Theme" by Jerry Goldsmith, "Jack the Stripper / Faeries Wear Boots" by Black Sabbath, "Rosemary's Baby" by Fantomas and "Static Age," "Bullet" and "Theme for a Jackal" by The Misfits. Contact me: dreadmedia@earth-2.net or 206-203-1213.

Another collection of Power Records are presented today for your enjoyment. This batch, entitled The Amazing Spider-Man and Friends, includes Spider-Man: The Mark of the Man-Wolf, The Incredible Hulk at Bay, Captain America and the Falcon: And a Phoenix Shall Arise and The Fantastic Four: The Way It Began.

The Mad Hatter uses circus animals to steal microchips ("Animal Act"), Jimmy Olsen learns what it means to be famous ("Superman's Pal"), Batman and Robin break up ("Old Wounds"), Luthor's undersea experiments cause Aquaman to threaten the surface world ("A Fish Story") and Batman must combat the mystic arts if he's to help Jason Blood regain control of Etrigan ("The Demon Within").

Concerts, cleavage and comics are the order of the day, as Jenny and Mike read through the August Previews!

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews artist Alan M. Clark, and then goes on to review the three-disc edition of Severin Films' Eurocult war film, Inglorious Bastards. After that he reviews Caliber #4, Hercules #4 and Freedom Formula #1 from Radical Comics, as well as Simon Dark and Pigeons from Hell #1-3. Tunes include: "Weeds (acoustic)" by Life of Agony, "Main Theme from Inglorious Bastards" by Francesco de Masi, "Freedom" by Alice Cooper and "Drowning in a Daydream" by Corrosion of Conformity. Check out www.alanmclark.com, www.omegathenovel.podomatic.com and www.horror-mall.com. Contact me: dreadmedia@earth-2.net or 206-203-1213.

Kellen fights off a sore throat to deliver you the recent news and upcoming anime / manga releases for the next two weeks.

As always, Des and Mike reviewed five comic books this week: Fantastic Four: True Story #1, Haunt of Horror: Lovecraft #2, newuniversal: 1959, Skaar: Son of Hulk #2 and X-Men: Odd Men Out. While two of them are worth your time, three are true stinkers!

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews acclaimed horror artist Alex McVey. Then he goes on to cover every other field in the horror genre by reviewing 80s horror comedy Doom Asylum, Mark Morris' novel The Deluge, the newest episode of NBC's Fear Itself called "Community" before moving to the following releases from Warren Ellis and Avatar Press comics: Gravel #2 and Blackgas 2 #1-3. Tunes include: "Promise Me" by Straight Line Stitch, "Asylum" by Naked City, "Floods" by Pantera, "Prisoners of Today" by Billy Talent and "Martin (live)" by Soft Cell. Check out Alex's art at www.alexmcvey.com and purchase all sorts of goodies at www.horror-mall.com. Contact me: dreadmedia@earth-2.net or 206-203-1213.

First up, Desmond Reddick interviews Dr. E. Paul Zehr, author of Becoming Batman: The Possibility of a Superhero. Then Ian Wilson chimes in with his review of Wanted.

With a little help from Mr. Mxyzptlk, Bizarro returns to Earth to confront Superman in "Little Big Head Man." Batman fights genetically altered bugs and farm animals in the notoriously bad episode "Critters." In "Absolute Power" Superman learns that Jax-Ur and Mala have escaped the Phantom Zone, and are now ruling a distant planet. Catwoman runs afoul of a cat-obsessed cult in "Cult of the Cat." And "In Brightest Day..." sees the debut of Green Lantern!

After taking a few weeks off, Des and Mike are back to review five comics books: The Immortal Iron Fist #17, Marvel Adventures Super Heroes #1, Uncanny X-Men #500, Wolverine: First Class #5 and X-Men: Legacy #214.