EPISODE · Feb 24, 2019 · 27 MIN
#55 Charles Fleischer ( voice of Roger Rabbit ) Valentines Day Show
from YOUR NERD SIDE · host Aaron Fonseca
Fonseca talks withCharles Fleischer American stand-up comedian, actor, writer and musician, best known for appearing in films such as A Nightmare on Elm Street, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Polar Express, Rango, and We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story.[1] He also reprised the role of Roger Rabbit in the Roger Rabbit theatrical shorts. After beginning his career on the comedy club circuit, Charles Fleischer's first big break in comedy television came when he made an appearance on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In.Also the crew talk about everything Valentines Day. Cards, flowers, chocolate and sex! Then we look at the: Top Ten Comic Book Love couples!1. Clark Kent and Lois LaneFor many, the relationship between Lois and Clark is the comic book romance. They are perhaps the longest-lasting comic book couple, with Lois introduced alongside Superman in Action Comics #1. Though certain stories and timelines find Superman involved with Wonder Woman, history will always find Lois and Clark back in each other’s arms.2. Dick Grayson and Barbara GordonThe origins of the Nightwing and Batgirl romance were first met with a lukewarm reception in the DC Comics universe, but sparks really began to fly in the late ’90s in Batman: The Animated Series and later in various Batfamily stories. Their eternal “will they or won’t they” flirtation peaked in Infinite Crisis with what has become one of the most memorable proposals in comic history.3. Peter Parker and Gwen StacyPeter Parker and Mary Jane are the more famous couple, but no one — save for Uncle Ben — has had more of a profound influence on the webslinger than Peter’s first love, Gwen Stacy. Gwen was famously thrown off a bridge by the Green Goblin and Spider-Man was unable to save her. Her death sent waves through the whole Marvel universe, and continues to impact characters today.4. The Joker and Harley QuinnNo couple in comic book history is as dysfunctional and psychotic as Harley Quinn and the Joker. Created by Paul Dini for Batman: The Animated Series, Harley Quinn was introduced as the Joker’s sidekick and has skyrocketed to fame with fans since then. The fiery, often hateful union between them has captivated readers for years.5. Scott Summers and Jean GreyThe relationship between Scott Summers and Jean Grey is one of the mainstays of the X-Men storyline, dating back to the original run of The X-Men in 1963. Their love is a bright spot in the history of the mutants; even through marriage, divorce, death, resurrection, time travel and more, Scott and Jean always care deeply for one another.6. Batman and CatwomanThroughout their history, Batman and Catwoman have always danced around a possible union. Though their goals aren’t always in line with each other’s, there is no denying the chemistry they share. Their complicated relationship has become a staple of the Batman universe, reappearing in nearly every timeline.7. Hawkman and HawkgirlHawkman and Hawkgirl are the ultimate symbol of undying love. After the couple is cursed in Ancient Egypt with an alien dagger, they are destined to find and fall in love with each other in every reincarnation of their souls.8. Reed Richards and Sue StormOne of Marvel’s most famous couples, Reed Richards and Sue Storm represent the Silver Age of comic book romance: wholesome and devoted. Though their relationship has had its fair share of peaks and valleys, their trust and love for each other has never been broken — even when on opposite ideological sides in Marvel’s Civil War.9. Northstar and Kyle JinaduBack in 1992, Marvel announced its first major gay character, Northstar. Twenty years later, Marvel made headlines by announcing his marriage to longtime partner Kyle Jinadu. In many ways, their union represents both the plight of the X-Men and the struggle many people face in the real world of not being accepted.10. Green Arrow and Black CanaryGreen Arrow and Black Canary are opposites and perfect foils: Black Canary’s calm determination balances Green Arrow’s fiery temper. Though they certainly have had their problems, they always end up back together. They are a reminder that the right person can inspire us to be a better versions of ourselves.
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