"A Sas Called Wanda"

Episode 39: “A Sas Called Wanda”In which Alpha Flight goes on several distinct genre-based adventures over the course of 3 issues…and we feel the whiplash. Lot more on Goblyn; less discernible rules to characters’ power; and the return of…the Great Beasts?!?!?!In this episode, Chris:makes it clear that Heather’s bloodlust is only growinggets further confirmation of Jeffries…proclivitiesgives one of the best defenses of Universal Healthcare you’ll ever hear (doesn’t happen on the recording, but just seeing if anyone is reading)and Tom:drops in some great lit references, including the origin of the term “Poohbah”almost quit the pod over how all over the place it iscapably refutes Chris’s points re: healthcare (just closing the loop on the bit)Issues discussed:Alpha Flight #54 - "Goblyn!" - cover date January 1988Script by Bill MantloPencils by Hugh HaynesInks by Wilce PortacioLetters by Janice ChiangColors by Gregory WrightEdited by Carl Pottswith Tom DeFalco as Editor in SleetAlpha Flight # 55 - "Identity Crisis!" - cover date February 1988Script by Bill MantloPencils by Jim LeeInks by Tony  DeZunigaLetters by Janice ChiangColors by Bob SharenEdited by Carl Pottsand Tom DeFalco as Poohbah in ChiefAlpha Flight #56 - "Have you ever heard a spaceship scream?  Warped!" - cover date March 1988same creative team as last issueWhy Not Read Alpha Flight is brought to you by listeners like you who subscribe to our Patreon, and by the Roxxon Energy Corporation, Parent corporation of the Excelsior Embroidery Company, turning thread into thunder where every piece is stitched with style, sarcasm, and just a dash of superhuman flair. This week we’re featuring a patch of Prince Namor’s trident. You can see these and 2 hundred more designs at excelsiorembroidery.etsy.com where Listeners of Why Not can use the coupon code WN503 to get 50 percent off when you order any 3 items from the etsy store. When Company’s coming over, bring out the good towels. Excelsior!  Quick note on “Poohbah”Tim Curry in Command & ConquerBell sound Effect by u_7xr5ffk4oq from PixabayWritten, produced, and edited by Chris Baker and Tom FlynnMusic:"Oh, Canada" by Five Iron FrenzyFollow us on these platforms:InstagramTikTokImgurYouTubePatreon