Caffeinated Comics On Radio Misfits

The future of video games lies in the Old West! Owen O’Riordan joins Jon and Steven to discuss the open-world yet story focused game. Plus, Legos in Ireland, the shared universe of FOX Kids and tales of comic retailers past and present. The post Caffeinated Comics – Red Dead Redemption appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Jon and Steven start this episode in mid-argument; does “Space Jam” hold up or was it always one of the worst movies ever made? And was it a better decision than Michael Jordan’s moustache? Plus, auteur directors, non-event events and Lord of the Rings action figures! The post Caffeinated Comics – Space Jam appeared first on Radio Misfits.

“Black Panther” is nominated for Best Picture! Is it a nod to diversity, geekdom or a bid for ratings? Why doesn’t anyone want to host the show? Plus, Hugh Laurie’s indiscretions, David Letterman’s heart problems and more Marvel Legends! The post Caffeinated Comics – 2019 Oscar Nominations appeared first on Radio Misfits.

A classic Marvel and DC artist has put down his pencil. Jon, Steven and Marco Garcia discuss the books Perez created that will never go out of print, the books we may never see again and how legendary status in the comic industry gets relegated to a single generation. Plus, Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – George Perez Retires appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Dani Romero invites Jon to her livestream!  In the complete audio of the interview, Jon discusses how he got into writing comics in college, what he learned from the crash in the 90s and how it helped him prepare for a career in advertising, screen writing and stand-up comedy. Plus, Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Writing Comics in the 90’s appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Jon and Steven discuss the first interactive Netflix project! Is the new “Black Mirror” a movie or a video game? Should you make choices based on success or drama? Can you talk spoilers when the story could go anywhere? Plus, could Dan Slott’s “Fantastic Four” be one of the great Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Bandersnatch appeared first on Radio Misfits.

That’s over. Jon and Steven discuss how hard it is to not discuss politics, Marvel movies transition to epics, the diminished returns of Star Wars and why it’s a good time to be a Spider-Man fan. Plus, Steven leaves the world of comic book retail. The post Caffeinated Comics – 2018 Wrap-Up appeared first on Radio Misfits.

You’d think the year would be over but here comes the latest DC movie! Jon, Steven, Lisa Brown, Tina Canfield and Joe Pakovits discuss the shifting tone, the influence of 80s action movies and the physics of movie water. Plus, they showed a new “Hellboy” trailer. The post Caffeinated Comics – Aquaman appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The most surprising movie of the year is out! Jon and Steven welcome Seth Wilkins for a SPOILER filled discussion on the latest Marvel animated film. Did the lower expectations lead to a more satisfying experience? How does Marvel balance multiculturalism and copies of their own well-known characters? Why is Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Into the Spider Verse appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The “Avengers: Endgame” trailer hits right on the heels of the new “Captain Marvel” trailer! And the new “Spider-Man:Far From Home” trailer (kinda). Jon and Steven discuss whether tone is more important than plot, why Captain Marvel is Green Lantern and why they never want to see a comics adaptation Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Avengers 4 Trailer appeared first on Radio Misfits.

On the heels of the cancellations of “Iron Fist” and “Luke Cage” “Daredevil” goes dark. Jon and Steven discuss what it means for Disney’s streaming app, whether the characters will be rebooted and if Jessica Jones and Punisher are long for this world. Plus, “Into the Spider-Verse” is the best Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Daredevil Cancelled appeared first on Radio Misfits.

With the price of monthly comics climbing up to $5.00 a piece, $150 hardcovers are thriving. Jon and Steven discuss what material deserves this treatment, how multiple options per month can harm both your budget and your bookshelf and how it’s impossible to ever have a complete comic book collection. The post Caffeinated Comics – Omnibus appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The single most important person to the history of comics has passed away at the age of 95. Elliott Serrano joins Jon and Steven to relate his experience meeting Stan at C2E2, how Lee created an icon for himself to change public opinion of the medium and how much credit Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – RIP Stan Lee appeared first on Radio Misfits.

A slow news week has Jon and Steven focused on the hundreds of Marvel figures Hasbro plans to release over the next few months. They discuss how the line has survived 17 years and two companies, the evolution from the dominant 90’s X-men toys and how 6 inch highly poseable Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Marvel Legends appeared first on Radio Misfits.

We’re short and live! Jon and Steven perform a live podcast during the SMG Podcast Marathon at the Blue Box Cafe to discuss how introverts get together, Steven’s self assessment as a broadcaster and why dumb thugs in Spider-Man PS4 are tougher than a guy with super powers. The coffees Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – SMG Podcast Marathon appeared first on Radio Misfits.

It’s Halloween! Jon and Steven discuss how 80’s slashers relied on latex and goo, how Universal Studios created horror icons that became as ubiquitous as superheroes and how the Walking Dead ate up all the good zombie ideas. Plus, horror comedies, the genius of Jeffrey Coombs and the lost “Anchorman” Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Wet Latex appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The streaming giant that green-lights everything now takes away two Marvel series! Jon, Steven and Lisa Brown discuss how the cancellations of “Iron Fist” and “Luke Cage” could impact the new thirds season of Daredevil, what it might mean for Disney’s upcoming streaming service and why “Orange is the New Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Netflix Cancels Marvel appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The author of “Untamed: The Psychology of Marvel’s Wolverine” is here! Jon and Dr. Flores discuss how to create a psychological profile for a fictional character shaped by many authors, how childhood trauma played a fundamental role in Logan’s development even though the story was revealed forty years later and Read more... The post Caffeinated Comics – Dr. Suzana Flores appeared first on Radio Misfits.

It’s a Spider-Man movie without Spider-Man. Jon, Steven and Dani Romero all saw the Tom Hardy movie and have very strong opinions about it. Like really strong. There’s yelling. The post Caffeinated Comics – Venom appeared first on Radio Misfits.

The classic Batman artist has passed. Jon represents their conversation from 2016 where Norm discusses his early work, his rise on Detective Comics during the 1989 Batmania and the stroke which changed his life forever. The post Caffeinated Comics – Norm Breyfogle RIP appeared first on Radio Misfits.