Campus Comics Cast 215 - Tomb of Dracula, Trivia, What We Have Been Reading, CLZ Shake

Welcome to episode 215 of the Campus Comics Cast as we open the Darkhold in search of vampires and other ghastly ghouls as we discuss the first six issues of Tomb of Dracula. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:30 Intro 00:00:40 Superman 2025 Quick Take 00:04:45 Listener Feedback 00:07:20 Tomb of Dracula 01:09:25 Trivia 01:15:45 What We Have Been Reading 01:45:55 CLZ Shake 01:51:28 Next Episode 01:52:36 Outros 01:54:18 Stinger Have you ever wondered how Marvel’s Tomb of Dracula redefined comics horror and set the stage for modern vampire legends? If you’re fascinated by classic comic storytelling, horror’s evolution in pop culture, or how timeless characters like Dracula continue to shape our imaginations, this episode is for you. Exploring the first six issues of Tomb of Dracula (1972), we reveal why this series still matters—whether you’re a collector, a genre fan, or just looking to rediscover what makes a comic run truly legendary. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at how Tomb of Dracula broke the Comics Code barriers and introduced horror themes into mainstream comics, paving the way for later stories and characters. Discover fun character backstories, creative team highlights, surprising bits of comic lore, and thoughtful analysis from fans with extensive comics knowledge. Learn what made the earliest Dracula issues special—from narrative trends and genre tropes to art, pacing, and the subtle ways these comics reflected changing attitudes about horror and heroism Press play now to join the discussion and see why a 1972 comics run about the lord of vampires still has bite for today’s readers!